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Myth: Preschool's Just About Playing with the Kids
01/26/2021If you want to move from curiosity to qualification quickly, ChildCareEd offers practical pathways. Two commonly chosen starting course is the 45-Hour Growth and Development (Birth–12), which together build a strong foundation for classroom practice and meet many state training require... Myth: Preschool's Just About Playing with the Kids
How Can I Create a Classroom Where Creativity Is Valued?
07/28/2026Want a classroom that reliably produces curious, confident makers and problem-solvers? Creating a space where children’s ideas matter takes intentional design, consistent routines, and staff who understand process-focused #creativity. If you want quick, practical staff training to put these id... How Can I Create a Classroom Where Creativity Is Valued?
How can I support children who say "I can't draw"?
07/28/2026Have you heard a child in your room say, "I can't draw" and wished you had a practical way to respond? That moment is an invitation: to protect a child’s #confidence while building real skills and joy in mark-making. For hands-on strategies that translate immediately to your classroom, explore... How can I support children who say "I can't draw"?
What Leadership Skills Does Every Childcare Director Need?
06/05/2026Being a childcare director means guiding teachers, keeping children safe, and running a program families trust. This article walks through the most important leadership skills you need, practical ways to grow them, and quick steps you can use right away. Why it matters: strong #leadership improves... What Leadership Skills Does Every Childcare Director Need?
Can recycled materials build real creativity in early childhood classrooms?
07/28/2026What if the bin behind your classroom could become the richest source of learning? Using everyday recyclables in intentional, open-ended ways gives teachers low-cost tools to boost children’s problem solving, fine motor skills, and expressive language while earning professional development tha... Can recycled materials build real creativity in early childhood classrooms?
What is the CDA and How Can Early Childhood Educators Earn It?
06/25/2026This guide answers one big question: what is the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and how can child care providers and directors earn it? Read on for clear steps, easy tips, and links to helpful tools from ChildCareEd. This article is for busy educators who want practical steps they ca... What is the CDA and How Can Early Childhood Educators Earn It?
What are the real benefits of earning a CDA credential?
07/07/2026Earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential can change how you work, how families see you, and how children learn in your care. This short guide is for child care providers and directors. It explains clear benefits, how the process works, and how to avoid common problems. You will... What are the real benefits of earning a CDA credential?
How Can Music and Movement Activities Boost Learning and Inclusion for Young Children?
07/28/2026Looking for practical ways to lift attention, language, motor skills and classroom community in short, repeatable lessons? Music and movement are high‑yield, low‑prep strategies that reliably support children’s learning and self‑regulation — and you can start this week. For a pract... How Can Music and Movement Activities Boost Learning and Inclusion for Young Children?
How can I start Texas CDA training online and finish faster?
04/24/2026Getting your #CDA in Texas online can feel big, but small steps make it faster. This article helps child care directors and providers pick the right path, stay organized, and finish sooner. Why it matters: a completed CDA can open doors for raises, better jobs, and higher program quality. It also ... How can I start Texas CDA training online and finish faster?
How can my New York program help sensory-sensitive children cope with fireworks noise?
06/23/2026Fireworks can be beautiful — and very hard for some kids. This article helps New York child care providers and directors plan and act so that noise-sensitive children can stay safe, calm, and included. You will find simple signs to watch for, practical prep steps, things to do during noisy n... How can my New York program help sensory-sensitive children cope with fireworks noise?
