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What indoor activities work best for school-age children in daycare?
07/03/2026Indoor days are part of running a great #schoolage program. This short guide helps directors and providers pick easy, fun, and safe #indoor options that keep kids learning and moving. Why it matters: indoor play builds strength, focus, and social skills. It helps kids move their bodies, try new id... What indoor activities work best for school-age children in daycare?
What creative activities work best for school-age daycare programs?
07/03/2026Working in a school-age daycare is busy and rewarding. This short guide gives easy, ready ideas you can use with your #schoolage group today. You will find quick activity types, simple planning tips, safety notes, and ways to show families what kids learned. These ideas come from practical resourc... What creative activities work best for school-age daycare programs?
Superhero Activities for Preschoolers: Play, Create, and Learn
06/16/2026Superhero themes are powerful tools for teachers and directors. They invite children to take roles, move their bodies, practice language, and solve problems while feeling brave. This short guide gives friendly, practical ideas you can use in your classroom this week. Why does superhero play... Superhero Activities for Preschoolers: Play, Create, and Learn
How Can Simple Cooking Activities Teach Skills in North Dakota Child Care Programs?
07/10/2026Cooking with young children can be simple, safe, and full of learning. This article helps directors and providers in #NorthDakota plan quick, hands-on #cooking activities that teach math, language, science, motor, and social skills. You will find easy recipes, safety and CACFP tips, ways to include ... How Can Simple Cooking Activities Teach Skills in North Dakota Child Care Programs?
What to Expect During Your Baby’s First Months
05/18/2026Welcome! This short guide helps child care providers and directors know what to expect in a baby’s first months. You will read about feeding, sleep, learning, and when to ask for help. Keep notes, share with families, and be kind — small steps help a lot. What will newborns usua... What to Expect During Your Baby’s First Months
How can Michigan child care providers protect children now that measles is back in 2026?
06/17/2026Measles is back in Michigan in 2026. Child care providers can help stop it. This short guide gives clear steps you can use today to protect #children in your care. Use simple routines, check records, and work with families and public health. This is about keeping kids #safe in #childcare with the po... How can Michigan child care providers protect children now that measles is back in 2026?
How can child care programs prevent the spread of illness?
06/15/2026Keeping children healthy is one of the kindest parts of our work. This short guide gives clear steps you can use now to stop germs, help families, and keep your program open. You will find practical routines, cleaning tips, policy ideas, and outbreak steps. For training and tools, see How can childc... How can child care programs prevent the spread of illness?
What Does the Free School Meals Debate Mean for Child Nutrition in North Dakota?
06/10/2026Many child care leaders are asking what the national debate about free school meals means for daily feeding and menu work in local programs. This article explains the ideas, trends, and practical steps for North Dakota providers and directors. You will find short, numbered actions, helpful links, an... What Does the Free School Meals Debate Mean for Child Nutrition in North Dakota?
How do I track and report immunization records for child care in North Dakota?
07/01/2026Keeping track of every child's shots is part of good #care for your program. This short guide helps #providers in #ND find, record, and report immunizations so children can stay healthy and your program stays in compliance. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. Why ... How do I track and report immunization records for child care in North Dakota?
Icy Activities
12/23/2022What makes ice a useful learning material for preschoolers? Ice is more than a cold surface: it's an accessible medium for hands-on exploration of states of matter, temperature, measurement and vocabulary. In an early childhood classroom, short, supervised ice explorations support observation skill... Icy Activities
