Yolanda Vásquez | Tiny Steps Group Family Daycare
546 Flushing Avenue
Brooklyn NY 11206
How long has your business been open?
18 years
What inspired you to open a daycare?
I enjoy working with children and teaching/promoting education, well-being and social emotional learning.
What is one of your favorite activities to do with children?
One of my favorite activities is circle time where we read and explore a book of interest.
What advice would you give someone opening a daycare?
Working with children requires love, patience, and a joy of promoting well-being and positive growth.
What Covid-19 safety precautions is your business taking?
I have put signs and posters promoting social distancing, the wearing of masks, and the usage of hand-sanitizer at all times. I also do a health/safety check for each child every morning which includes taking their temperature and sanitizing the stations. Lastly, I sanitize each station after every use.
What is your favorite children’s book?
Let’s Pretend! by Debbie Bailey
What is your favorite song to sing with kids?
Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes!
Do you have a favorite animal?
My favorite animal is a giraffe.