Publisher's Synopsis
Have you ever thought of babysitting in your home?Do you wonder what you need to know to legally and safely care for children?Do you want some ideas about how to be successful with parents and children as a babysitter?If you answered yes to any of these questions then this book is for you. 50 things to know about babysitting in your home by Bonnie Byler offers a comprehensive approach to caring for children while running a business. Most books on babysitting at home tell you to the very basic ways to monitor kids, keep them busy, and get through the day. Although there's nothing wrong with that as a start, there is so much more to know before you even get started. Based on knowledge from the world's leading experts, a full-time babysitter will spend as much or more time with a child as its parents. This means that you are not just responsible for watching these children, you are helping raise them.In these pages you'll discover ways to make sure that you are you and the families you help are both protected. You will also learn what speedbumps you may encounter and how to help prevent many of them. This book will help you develop a plan for building your business, engaging with parents and children, keeping everyone safe and healthy, and handling any issues that may arise. By the time you finish this book, you will know more than just how to get through the day with babysitting. You will know what to expect, how to handle it, and how to be successful in your business and your role as a child care provider. So grab YOUR copy today. You'll be glad you did.
