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How Can Writing and Art Activities Help Children Name What They Appreciate?
09/23/2026Children often feel appreciation before they have the words to explain it. Thoughtful writing and art experiences give them a concrete, joyful way to notice caring people, meaningful moments, and personal strengths; Community and Family Engagement in Childcare can help providers extend that work thr... How Can Writing and Art Activities Help Children Name What They Appreciate?
“Remember the Alamo: Teaching Texas Young Children Courage, Teamwork, and Classroom Community”
06/11/2026The phrase “Remember the Alamo” can bring up a long history. For young children, we can use a very small, careful part of the story to teach everyday skills: being brave, helping others, and belonging to a group. This article offers simple, age-appropriate ideas for child care teachers a... “Remember the Alamo: Teaching Texas Young Children Courage, Teamwork, and Classroom Community”
Rosh Hashanah Kindergarten Lesson Plans: 5 Days of Apples, Kindness, and New Beginnings
08/27/2026How can a meaningful holiday study become engaging, developmentally appropriate learning for every child? These five Rosh Hashanah kindergarten lesson plans connect apples, kindness, reflection, and new beginnings with literacy, science, math, art, and social-emotional learning. For additional suppo... Rosh Hashanah Kindergarten Lesson Plans: 5 Days of Apples, Kindness, and New Beginnings
How Can You Turn a Superhero Theme Into a Full Week of Preschool Learning Centers?
08/14/2026Want to transform children’s enthusiasm for capes and missions into purposeful learning without creating five unrelated lesson plans? A superhero week can integrate literacy, math, science, art, movement, and social-emotional learning when each center has a clear goal and playful invitation. F... How Can You Turn a Superhero Theme Into a Full Week of Preschool Learning Centers?
Thanksgiving Booklet Activity
12/02/2022If you are looking for an extra activity this season, this simple pre-literacy "itsy-bitsy" booklet is a compact, process-focused craft that supports alphabet knowledge, directionality, page sequence, and bilateral fine-motor control. This activity pairs well with ChildCareEd professional developmen... Thanksgiving Booklet Activity
Navigating Customer Username and Password at ChildCareEd
09/20/2023Creating an Account: Quick and Easy Getting started with ChildCareEd begins by creating an account. Registration is free, and you will need an email address that you can access. ChildCareEd uses that address to send account notifications and verification messages, so check it carefully for accuracy... Navigating Customer Username and Password at ChildCareEd
How Do You Upgrade From Alberta ECE Level 1 to Level 2?
08/17/2026Moving from Alberta ECE Level 1 to Level 2 can open a broader professional pathway while strengthening the knowledge you bring to children and families. Start building practical expertise with ChildCareEd’s Early Childhood Education course, which supports learning in communication, observation... How Do You Upgrade From Alberta ECE Level 1 to Level 2?
Power Up Your Team: How the Group Admin Account Makes Training a Breeze!
07/28/2025What Is the Group Admin Account and Who Is It For? If you're a child care center director, program administrator, or school owner, you manage licensing, staffing, and continuous professional development simultaneously. The Group Admin Account from ChildCareEd.com centralizes course assignment, bulk... Power Up Your Team: How the Group Admin Account Makes Training a Breeze!
How Can Childcare Directors Lead Strong Teams and Safe Programs?
07/06/2026Being a childcare director means wearing many hats. You guide teachers, keep children safe, and run a program families trust. Strong #leadership, clear #communication, ongoing #training, a protected #safety culture, and supported #staff make daily work easier and better for children. This short gu... How Can Childcare Directors Lead Strong Teams and Safe Programs?
What Is the Difference Between DCDEE WORKS and DCDEE Moodle?
08/17/2026Confused about whether you should use DCDEE WORKS or DCDEE Moodle for your professional responsibilities? Understanding the difference can help you organize staff qualifications, complete training efficiently, and maintain stronger records; for practical classroom growth, explore Early Childhood Edu... What Is the Difference Between DCDEE WORKS and DCDEE Moodle?
