Play and Learning Care with GiGi

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Phyllis β€œGiGi” Oakman
Owner of Play & Learning Care with GiGi LLC
Nurturing little minds | Early Childhood Educator
Helping parents + providers grow with love, play & purpose. MISSION STATEMENT

β€œWhere play inspires learning and every child is nurtured to shine.”
At Play and Learning Care with GIGI, my mission is to provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children c

an learn, grow, and thrive. I am committed to offering a developmentally appropriate curriculum that inspires curiosity, builds confidence, and prepares each child for a bright future. As both an educator and caregiver, I strive to be a positive role model and a strong advocate for affordable, high-quality childcare within our community.

06/05/2026
Happy Thursday Everyone!Today’s Lunch Time Is:Grilled Cheese SammieHM Potato & Sausage SoupHoney Butter Mixed VeggiesMix...
06/04/2026

Happy Thursday Everyone!

Today’s Lunch Time Is:

Grilled Cheese Sammie
HM Potato & Sausage Soup
Honey Butter Mixed Veggies
Mixed Fruit 🍎 🍊🍌
WG Crackers
Milk/Water






Happy Wednesday Everyone!🍽️ Today’s Lunch at Play and Learning Care with GiGi LLC 🍽️Chicken FriesTater CrownsMixed Calif...
06/03/2026

Happy Wednesday Everyone!

🍽️ Today’s Lunch at Play and Learning Care with GiGi LLC 🍽️

Chicken Fries
Tater Crowns
Mixed California Veggies
Strawberries
Unsweetened Applesauce
Cucumbers with Ranch
Milk/Water

We believe healthy meals don’t have to be boring! By offering a variety of colors, textures, and flavors, children are encouraged to explore new foods and build positive eating habits that can last a lifetime. ❀️

❓Question of the Day:
What food did your child refuse to eat at home but surprised you by trying (or loving!) at daycare or school?πŸ˜„πŸ‘‡

✨ Guided with love. Growing with purpose. ✨

πŸ“πŸ₯¦πŸŸπŸ’š

πŸššπŸ’• Beep, beep! Imagination at work! πŸ’•πŸššToday our little learners transformed the classroom into a bustling neighborhood f...
06/03/2026

πŸššπŸ’• Beep, beep! Imagination at work! πŸ’•πŸšš

Today our little learners transformed the classroom into a bustling neighborhood full of deliveries, caring friendships, and creative adventures! One child carefully loaded her baby into a dump truck for a special ride while a friend joined in with his own truck, creating stories, solving problems, and learning through play.

To adults, it may look like β€œjust playing,” but this kind of dramatic and cooperative play is where some of the most important learning happens! 🌟

βœ… Building language and communication skills
βœ… Developing social-emotional relationships
βœ… Practicing problem-solving and creativity
βœ… Strengthening fine and gross motor skills
βœ… Learning cooperation, sharing, and turn-taking

Ohio Early Learning & Development Standards Supported:
πŸ“š Social & Emotional Development
πŸ“š Approaches Toward Learning
πŸ“š Language & Literacy Development
πŸ“š Physical Well-Being & Motor Development
πŸ“š Cognitive Development Through Pretend Play & Problem Solving

At Play and Learning Care with GiGi, we believe children learn best when they are actively engaged, exploring, imagining, and creating their own meaningful experiences. ❀️

✨ Guided with love. Growing with purpose. ✨

πŸ’•πŸššπŸ“šβœ¨

When you have the playground all to yourself, you choose the pirate ship!!! πŸ΄β€β˜ οΈ
06/02/2026

When you have the playground all to yourself, you choose the pirate ship!!! πŸ΄β€β˜ οΈ

Happy Tuesday Everyone!Today’s Lunch time Entree is:Ditalini Pasta with Meat SaucepCorn and Green BeansGarlic Breadstick...
06/02/2026

Happy Tuesday Everyone!

Today’s Lunch time Entree is:

Ditalini Pasta with Meat Saucep
Corn and Green Beans
Garlic Breadstick
Unsweetened Applesauce
Strawberries
Milk/Water

✨ Guided with love. Growing with purpose. ✨





Help!!!
06/02/2026

Help!!!

🌞 Good Morning Friends!

HELP!!! πŸ§œβ€β™€οΈπŸ˜† Ursalla stole my voice!

As a childcare provider, teacher, or mom, what are your best tips for getting through the day when you’ve completely lost your voice?

Warm tea? Honey? Lemon? Whispering? (Or is that a myth? πŸ€”)

Drop your best suggestions belowβ€”I could use all the help I can get today! πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘‡

πŸ’› Play and Learning Care with GiGi LLC

Guided with love. Growing with purpose.
✨

🌞 Good Morning Friends!HELP!!! πŸ§œβ€β™€οΈπŸ˜† Ursalla stole my voice!As a childcare provider, teacher, or mom, what are your best...
06/02/2026

🌞 Good Morning Friends!

HELP!!! πŸ§œβ€β™€οΈπŸ˜† Ursalla stole my voice!

As a childcare provider, teacher, or mom, what are your best tips for getting through the day when you’ve completely lost your voice?

Warm tea? Honey? Lemon? Whispering? (Or is that a myth? πŸ€”)

Drop your best suggestions belowβ€”I could use all the help I can get today! πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘‡

πŸ’› Play and Learning Care with GiGi LLC

Guided with love. Growing with purpose.
✨

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Findlay, OH
45840

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 6:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 6:30am - 5:30pm

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+14193067590

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