A disturbing video from Lil’ Explorers Childcare Center in Plymouth, Minnesota, has surfaced, showing a daycare worker aggressively handling young children. The footage, secretly recorded by former employee Za’Kiyah Thomas, reveals a lead teacher screaming at toddlers, slamming them into chairs, and shoving them into tables.
A Whistleblower’s Alarming Discovery
Thomas, who worked at the daycare for five months, says she witnessed continuous mistreatment of children. The situation was so alarming that she decided to document the abuse herself before reporting it. In one clip, the teacher can be seen grabbing a child by the arms and forcefully shoving them onto a chair. In another, she leans in close, yelling at a frightened toddler who appears too scared to react.
“The way they were treating these kids was not okay,” Thomas said in an interview. “It wasn’t just once or twice—it was daily abuse.”
Authorities Step In
The videos quickly caught the attention of both the Minnesota Department of Human Services and Plymouth Police Department, who are now investigating the daycare center. Lil’ Explorers has since confirmed that the employees involved no longer work at the facility, though they have not disclosed whether the lead teacher was fired or resigned.
“We take the safety of children very seriously and are fully cooperating with authorities,” a spokesperson for the daycare stated.
Public Outrage and Growing Concern
Parents and community members have reacted with shock and anger, demanding stricter oversight of daycare facilities. Some are now calling for criminal charges to be filed against the daycare worker.
“This is absolutely horrifying,” one parent commented. “These are defenseless toddlers. How could anyone treat them like this?”
A Wake-Up Call for Childcare Facilities
This case has ignited a broader discussion about daycare safety and accountability. Child advocacy groups are urging parents to stay vigilant, push for more surveillance in childcare centers, and immediately report any suspicions of abuse.
As the investigation continues, the shocking footage serves as a haunting reminder of the need for constant vigilance in child care settings—because one person speaking out can make all the difference.
