April 17, 2025

Why Accreditation Matters for Child Care

  As parents, you always want what’s best for your child. From nutritious food to enriching activities, there are countless ways to support their growth...

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April 2, 2025

Adventures in Literacy and Music in Early Childhood

  Jennifer Horner, Director of Education Development Doodle Bugs! children and teachers immersed themselves in our “Adventures in Literacy and Music” curriculum unit in March....

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April 1, 2025

Meet Ava Bassani: April Employee of the Month

We are so excited to recognize Ava Bassani as the April Employee of the Month. Ava has a remarkable ability to connect with the children...

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March 25, 2025

PLAY. LEARN. REPEAT. The Importance of Repetition in Early Childhood

Kate Puzan, Education Specialist   “Repetition is the mother of learning, the father of action, which makes it the architect of accomplishment.” Zig Ziglar “Repetition...

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March 19, 2025

Let’s Get Moving! Why Exercise Matters for Your Child

Even from a very young age, the benefits of getting regular exercise are undeniable! At Doodle Bugs!, we prioritize moving our bodies and staying active...

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March 12, 2025

Finding the Right Pre-K Program for Your Family

Jennifer Horner, Director of Education Development Choosing the right Pre-Kindergarten program can be daunting, especially given the wide range of options available. Families can choose...

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March 1, 2025

Meet Marissa Irvine: March Employee of the Month

We are thrilled to recognize Marissa Irvine as our March Employee of the Month! Since joining Doodle Bugs!, Marissa has demonstrated incredible growth and dedication....

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February 6, 2025

10 Effective Strategies for Managing Children’s Behavior

Bridget Wolff, Director of Learning and Development T-TAP Professional Development Specialist, Early Childhood It’s a snowy morning. As you are getting your 3-year-old ready for...

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February 1, 2025

Meet Jose Rivera: February Employee of the Month

We are happy to recognize Jose Rivera as our February Employee of the Month. Jose helps to ensure that our facilities are always in top...

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January 17, 2025

Celebrating 33 Years of Happy Children! Happy Parents! And Happy Teachers!

  Doodle Bugs! has become a cornerstone in the community over the past 33 years. We’ve had the privilege of watching generations of children grow...

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January 13, 2025

2024 Rochester Community’s Choice Awards Winner

Every year, the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle celebrates the best businesses and organizations in the area with the Community’s Choice Awards! The local community nominates...

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January 1, 2025

Meet Melanie Lukas: January Employee of the Month

We are so happy to recognize Melanie Lukas as our January Employee of the Month! Melanie has grown so much in her time with Doodle...

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