This laboratory manual is designed to prepare postsecondary students for managing a child care program. The workbook is organized in five units covering the following topics: program planning, implementation, and evaluation; facility development and maintenance; parents and the community; nutrition, health, and safety; and personnel development. Each unit includes performance objectives, an overview, references for further information, laboratory experiences, a self-evaluation form, and a participation evaluation form. Guidelines for a successful laboratory experience are provided. The manual also contains a glossary and a 24-item bibliography. (KC)