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What are practical, healthy screen-time practices for young children?
07/15/2026Young-child programs increasingly balance hands-on, real-world play with digital tools. This article gives directors and providers clear, evidence-informed strategies for setting daily limits, choosing purposeful content, creating screen-free routines, guiding staff practices, and partnering with fa... What are practical, healthy screen-time practices for young children?
How can childcare providers and families keep children safe around water?
07/15/2026Water play and pool days can be exciting learning experiences for young children, but they require careful planning, constant supervision, and reliable emergency procedures. This article gives child care directors, family child care providers, and staff practical guidance for creating strong water-s... How can childcare providers and families keep children safe around water?
How Can Child Care Programs Keep Young Children Safe in Cold Weather?
07/15/2026Cold-weather months bring opportunities for joyful outdoor learning, but they also require careful planning to protect young children from frostbite, hypothermia, wet clothing, slippery surfaces, and other seasonal hazards. This practical guide helps child care directors and providers create consist... How Can Child Care Programs Keep Young Children Safe in Cold Weather?
Which Handwashing Activities Best Help Young Children Build Healthy Habits?
07/15/2026Handwashing is a simple, affordable, and highly effective way to promote healthier habits in early childhood programs. This article provides practical, classroom-ready activities and program-level strategies that help young children learn the five essential handwashing steps and apply them throughou... Which Handwashing Activities Best Help Young Children Build Healthy Habits?
How can daily health and safety checks keep my early childhood program safer?
07/15/2026Daily health and safety checks are a simple but essential routine that helps protect children, strengthen family trust, and reduce risks throughout an early childhood program. By using a friendly and consistent check-in process at drop-off, staff can notice signs of illness, injuries, changes in beh... How can daily health and safety checks keep my early childhood program safer?
How can child care programs build effective food allergy awareness and emergency response plans?
07/15/2026Food allergies are a constant—and sometimes life-threatening—reality in child care settings. This article gives directors and providers an actionable roadmap for preventing allergic reactions, training staff, partnering with families, and responding quickly and confidently during an emer... How can child care programs build effective food allergy awareness and emergency response plans?
How can childcare programs reliably prevent SIDS during infant care?
07/15/2026Every childcare leader knows that infant nap time requires careful attention, consistent procedures, and well-trained staff. Families trust programs to protect their most vulnerable children by following safe sleep practices during every nap, without exceptions or shortcuts. This article turns evide... How can childcare programs reliably prevent SIDS during infant care?
How can child care providers recognize and respond to childhood medical emergencies?
07/15/2026Every minute matters when a child in your care becomes seriously ill or injured. This practical guide helps childcare directors and providers recognize medical emergencies, take the appropriate first steps, communicate with families, document incidents clearly, and strengthen program-wide emergency ... How can child care providers recognize and respond to childhood medical emergencies?
Can simple soccer games build gross motor skills in young children?
07/15/2026Simple, low-prep soccer games are an accessible and engaging way for child care teachers and directors to support whole-child development, including strength, balance, coordination, social skills, and self-regulation. Through playful, repeated practice and minimal equipment, educators can intentiona... Can simple soccer games build gross motor skills in young children?
Can sports-themed play teach cooperation and build team spirit in young children?
07/15/2026Sports do not have to focus on winning or athletic ability. When planned intentionally, sports-themed play can become a practical way for young children to practice cooperation, turn-taking, emotional regulation, communication, and shared problem-solving. This article gives child care providers and ... Can sports-themed play teach cooperation and build team spirit in young children?
