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Learning Styles
12/30/2021As an early childhood professional, how can you recognize the range of ways children engage with learning and adapt instruction so every child makes progress? This article explains the current evidence about "learning styles," offers developmentally appropriate strategies for planning responsive ins... Learning Styles
How can we use Developmentally Appropriate Practice to make mixed-age groups work?
07/17/2026Mixed-age classrooms offer valuable opportunities for peer learning, cooperation, and community building, but they also require deliberate planning. This practical guide helps directors and child care providers apply Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) when children of different ages, abiliti... How can we use Developmentally Appropriate Practice to make mixed-age groups work?
Why do children repeat activities and how does repetition support brain development?
07/17/2026Repetition — whether a toddler insists on the same book, a preschooler rebuilds the same block tower, or an infant babbles the same syllable — is one of the most reliable behaviors you will observe in early care. Far from being merely annoying or boring, repeated activity is a primary en... Why do children repeat activities and how does repetition support brain development?
Why Should Every Classroom Have a "Wonder Wall"?
07/21/2026Want a simple, high-impact way to grow curiosity and stronger documentation in your program? A well-designed Wonder Wall invites children to ask questions, drives emergent curriculum, and helps teachers capture learning in ways families notice. For practical how-to and room-setup ideas, start with C... Why Should Every Classroom Have a "Wonder Wall"?
Math Activities Resource
09/19/2022Math Storytelling Day (Sept 25) highlights how teachers can make number, spatial, and measurement concepts meaningful through narrative and play. Embedding mathematical problems inside stories and routines foregrounds representational reasoning, vocabulary-rich math talk, and inquiry-driven prompts ... Math Activities Resource
Women History In the Making
09/23/2022Women's History in the Making Washington Post - March 21, 2022 - Senate confirmation hearings begin Monday for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman nominated for the U.S. Supreme Court. By any objective measure, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is exceptionally qualified for the U.S. Supr... Women History In the Making
Child Care News in Michigan: A 2025 Update for Families and Providers
12/23/2025Child care remains a critical conversation across Michigan in 2025. Policymakers, educators, parents, and communities are navigating changes in policy, workforce challenges, new programs, and efforts to make care more affordable and accessible. This article breaks down the latest #developments in cl... Child Care News in Michigan: A 2025 Update for Families and Providers
How can Michigan's Great Lakes communities fix rural child care deserts?
06/09/2026Many small towns near the Great Lakes have too few child care spots. This article helps directors and #providers see clear steps to grow local #childcare and improve #access in #rural #Michigan communities. State requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. What is a rural child care dese... How can Michigan's Great Lakes communities fix rural child care deserts?
Georgia Educators: Is It Time to Refresh Your Basic Six Training?
12/23/2021Need a more current and convenient way to complete your Georgia child care training? ChildCareEd offers self-paced courses approved for Georgia educators, directors, providers, employees, and substitutes. A helpful option is the 10-Hour Health and Safety Orientation Training, which covers essential ... Georgia Educators: Is It Time to Refresh Your Basic Six Training?
MSDE-Approved Online Courses for Child Care Providers
05/29/2026If you run or work in a child care program in Maryland, you need training that meets the Maryland State Department of Education rules. This short guide explains which online courses count, how to pay for them, why they matter, and how to avoid common mistakes. Use trusted MSDE-approved sources like... MSDE-Approved Online Courses for Child Care Providers
