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They say a picture is worth a thousand words, we hope our 'thousand words' give you a positive feeling with our day care family home. We've included photos of our day care home, toys, play areas and more. We hope you enjoy a glimpse into our world at Rockinghorse Home Day Care. We look forward to giving you a personal tour.
OUR GALLERY
![]() Home Day Care | Dove CanyonRockinghorse Home Day Care is located in the beautiful gated community of Dove Canyon, just outside Rancho Santa Margarita. Where nature meets families. | ![]() Cookie TimeDelicious Logo Sugar Cookies |
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![]() Home Day Care | Orange County, CAOffering child care in Dove Canyon and the surrounding cities of Rancho Santa Margarita, Ladera Ranch, Mission Ranch, Mission Viejo, Foothill Ranch and more... | ![]() Home Day Care | Orange CountyOur 'thank you' coffee mug reminds parents that their little one is having a great day at their HOME away from HOME! |
![]() Home Day Care | Orange County | ![]() Home Day Care | Orange CountyOur Rockinghorse Tote Bags |
![]() Grand Re-Opening PartyOur 20th year anniversary grand re-opening, with a new Paris themed playroom and more storage in the family room. | ![]() 2018 Recipe Book CoverNeed menu ideas? We share easy monthly menus with parents. |
![]() Our new patisserieA fun playhouse for the children to play in. | ![]() Espresso Time - AdultsAre you an espresso drinker? We have 'latte' days and offer parents various espresso drinks at drop-off. |
![]() PatisserieOur new playroom playhouse - a French Patisserie. | ![]() Our new tree mural |
![]() PlayroomIf you look closely you may see Remy from Ratatouille in his mouse hole. | ![]() Playroom |
![]() PlayroomOur big green chair is a perfect spot for reading and holding the kids when they need some extra attention. | ![]() Playroom |
![]() Toy ShoppeOur shelves are filled with toys that are rotated to keep the children engaged. | ![]() Espresso Time - ChildrenWhile parents can enjoy a real espresso drink, the children can pretend with our Leap Frog Cafe |
![]() Books & BuddiesKohl's Cares, Margaret Wise Brown series | ![]() Peppa PigOur Paris themed playroom wouldn't be complete without Peppa Pig. |
![]() Our Paris FriendMadeline has joined our day care family. | ![]() Our mural ceilingOur ceiling brings a peaceful calm and if you look closely you can see a rockinghorse. |
![]() Bakery CupcakesThe children love 'grabbing' our cupcakes and pretend eating. | ![]() Grand Re-Opening GiftsA BIG thanks to all our parents who brought housewarming gifts of toys, books and stuffed animals. |
![]() Playroom | ![]() Patisserie Menu |
![]() Creme Glacee (Ice Cream)Our patisserie also offers crème glacee. | ![]() Healthy SnacksWe offer healthy snacks to give the children a little energy. |
![]() Freshly Baked Kale Chip Snacks | ![]() Herb & veggie gardenPlanting, watching and eating is always fun in our garden. |
![]() Healthy LunchesRoast Beef, parsnip puree and haricot vert (green beans). | ![]() Cooking 101We like to involve the children when we are preparing and cooking meals. Encouraging food exploration gives children the incentive to try new foods. |
![]() Cooking 101The children enjoyed making home-made cranberry sauce and taking home a mason jar of this yummy sauce! | ![]() Vintage Dress-Up ChestOur vintage dress-up chest from "Paris" is full of dresses, jewelry, shoes, purses and more... |
![]() Salt Dough HandprintsDepending on our age group, craft time is always a fun time. | ![]() Art timeThe children love art time. |
![]() Art TimeEarly art work is always fun along with our chalk time outside | ![]() Winter Craft DayOur polar bear hands capture a moment in time. Winter 2014 |
![]() Winter Craft DayOur older children enjoyed this craft day. | ![]() Fall Craft DayOur little ones did such a good job with our fall craft - 2015. |
![]() Fall Craft DayFingerpainting is a great way to practice fine motor skills, hand-eye-coordination and color choices. | ![]() Fall Craft DayThe children enjoyed fingerpainting and adding seasonal decorations of their choice to their wreaths. |
![]() Share Snack DayThis fun snack day included making some bracelets. | ![]() Share Snack Day - 2016These yummy treats where hand-dipped pretzels made into snowmen. A perfect treat during our 'all things winter' share days. |
![]() Share Snack DayThis fun activity gave us an opportunity to not only count and read but enjoy a tasty treat. | ![]() Share Snack DayJust a few simple ingredients: Hawaiian sweet bread, cranberry cream cheese, raspberries, raisins and pretzels. |
![]() Monarch Butterfly GardenOur butterfly garden produced 8 monarch butterflies. The process of caterpillar to pupa/chrysalis to butterfly has been amazing for the children. | ![]() Monarch - Interactive LearningOur hands-on Monarch butterfly set reinforces the learning experience for the children. |
![]() Our BirdsThe children enjoy watching our variety of frequent visitor like hummingbirds, orioles, morning doves, golden & house finches and an assortment of wild birds. | ![]() Infant and Toddler Care |
![]() Busy girls | ![]() Hammer Time |
![]() First 100 Words BookWe provide books for all stages of development and believe exposing children at an early age stimulates a love of reading. | ![]() Reading timeWe offer books for all ages. |
![]() Rainbow sensorial experience pillowsEspecially enjoyed at story time, all ages love grabbing a pillow. Our sensorial pillows provide a variety of textures and colors. | ![]() Future medical personnelThe children learn compassion when helping 'heal' their friends. |
![]() Plenty of strollers and babies. | ![]() Diaper changing time |
![]() Ethnic DollsOur set of assorted ethnic boy and girl dolls is a favorite of the childrens. | ![]() Basket of BabiesNurturing skills are made fun with our soft cuddly babies with matching outfits and hats. |
![]() LIttle People Schoolhouse | ![]() Little People Wheelies Roller Coaste |
![]() Disney Little Princess PlayhouseWith a set of princesses, there is someone for each of the children. | ![]() Doc McStuffins Clinic PlayhouseStuffy, Lambie, Chilly, Squeakers, Aurora, Boppy, Hallie, Moo-Moo join our group during playtime. |
![]() Jake and the Neverland PiratesCaptain Hook and Mr. Crocodile join Jakes friends on their raft. | ![]() Play Circle Pantry in a Bucket |
![]() Minnie shopping cart | ![]() New Sprouts Healthy Eating Playfood |
![]() Tea Party for TwoOne of the favorites is sharing a cup of tea, strawberry is the common flavor of the day. | ![]() LeapFrog Cook & PLay Potsy |
![]() The Very Hungry CaterpillerThe children love story time and with our butterfly props this book is especially fun. | ![]() Peek-a-Boo Play PhoneWe have phones for various ages, including this one. |
![]() Baby's First BlocksThis is just one of our many first block sets that is a great manipulative toy. | ![]() Toddler Put 'n Take BagsOur little bags are a great way to practice the skills of placing items in and out. |
![]() Actiity Animal HouseOur animal house stimulates learning first words. | ![]() Prehistoric ToysOur dinosaur set along with our 'fossil' song supports social science lessons. |
![]() Laugh & Learn Learning WorkbenchBusy hands enjoy our workbench. | ![]() Counting ClownsColor sorting and counting skills begin early. |
Thank you for visiting our gallery.
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