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Being Told No: Helping Children Manage Big Feelings
06/30/2026Being told "no" can spark a big reaction in children. As child care providers, you see this many times each day. When a child hears #no they may feel a rush of #bigfeelings. Our job is to help them learn #regulation, offer a safe way to #calmdown, and build #empathy. For age-based tips and short sc... Being Told No: Helping Children Manage Big Feelings
How Can Oklahoma Providers Use Connection-Centered Care to Build Calm Classrooms and Stronger Relationships?
06/22/2026Oklahoma child care leaders and teachers want classrooms where kids feel safe, calm, and ready to learn. This article shows how a focus on strong adult-child #connection helps create a peaceful, predictable room — a true #calmclassroom. You’ll find practical steps you can try tomorrow,... How Can Oklahoma Providers Use Connection-Centered Care to Build Calm Classrooms and Stronger Relationships?
How can North Dakota daycares help shy children come out of their shell?
05/20/2026Shy children are part of every group. You can help them feel safe, calm, and included. This article gives clear, kind, and practical steps for child care providers and directors working in North Dakota daycares. You will find simple scripts, classroom ideas, ways to team with families, and signs for... How can North Dakota daycares help shy children come out of their shell?
Social and Cultural Functions of Emotion in Young Children
05/12/2026Young children use feelings to learn, connect, and belong. This short guide helps child care providers and directors see how emotions work in social groups and across cultures. You will find clear ideas, easy steps, and links to trusted resources from ChildCareEd and other experts to help your team ... Social and Cultural Functions of Emotion in Young Children
ChildCareEd: Advancing Early Childhood Education Online
08/15/2024ChildCareEd: Advancing Early Childhood Education Online Online education has changed how childcare professionals develop skills. ChildCareEd offers flexible online courses for early childhood educators and for daycare providers, plus resources for parents. Parents who want practical strategies to f... ChildCareEd: Advancing Early Childhood Education Online
ChildCareEd Bringing High-Quality Training to Providers Across the Globe
09/20/2024How Does ChildCareEd Bringing High-Quality Training to Providers Across the Globe? ChildCareEd, a trusted provider of professional development for child care providers, has expanded to Australia and Canada. See the platform announcement: ChildCareEd Bringing High-Quality Training to Providers Acros... ChildCareEd Bringing High-Quality Training to Providers Across the Globe
CDA Renewal Application: What to Prepare Before You Apply
06/10/2026Renewing your CDA can feel big, but a clear plan makes it simple. Start early, gather the right papers, and use templates so you don’t lose time. Keep your #CDA active to show families and employers you keep learning. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. Below... CDA Renewal Application: What to Prepare Before You Apply
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"?
