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Snacks to Send to Daycare: Simple Ideas for Parents
06/15/2026As a fellow child care leader, you know snack time is more than a quick nibble. It’s fuel, learning time, and a moment where safety and family expectations meet. This short guide helps you advise families on simple, balanced, and allergy-aware snacks to send to your #daycare. Use these ideas w... Snacks to Send to Daycare: Simple Ideas for Parents
How can SUN Meals and CACFP keep North Dakota children fed all summer?
06/22/2026Summer brings play, sun, and a gap in school meals. This short guide helps #childcare leaders and directors in #NorthDakota learn how SUN Meals (Summer Food Service Program) and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (#CACFP) can work together to feed children all summer. We explain steps to start, s... How can SUN Meals and CACFP keep North Dakota children fed all summer?
Rudolph's Recipe: Festive Nutrition Ideas That Won’t Break Your Toddler’s Sugar Meter
12/24/2024ChildCareEd believes the holiday season is a magical time filled with joy, family gatherings, and festive celebrations. However, for #parents of #toddlers, it can also be a challenging period when it comes to maintaining #healthy-eating habits. With an abundance of sugary treats and rich foods readi... Rudolph's Recipe: Festive Nutrition Ideas That Won’t Break Your Toddler’s Sugar Meter
Emergency Preparedness in North Dakota Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
04/29/2026You care for children every day. When something unexpected happens, a clear plan helps you keep children safe and families calm. This article gives simple, practical steps for North Dakota child care programs on what to have, how to practice drills, and what to document for licensing. Remember: stat... Emergency Preparedness in North Dakota Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
Emergency Preparedness in Wisconsin Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
04/29/2026Every day you care for children you are also their first line of safety. This short guide helps Wisconsin child care providers and directors know what to have ready, how to practice it, and what to write down. Keep steps simple, use ready-made tools, and remember: state requirements vary - check you... Emergency Preparedness in Wisconsin Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
How to Renew Your CDA Credential Step by Step
06/09/2026Renewing your CDA can feel like a big task, but with a clear plan it becomes simple. This guide walks you through the rules, the exact steps, and smart ways to save time and money. Keeping your #CDA active shows families and employers you keep learning and caring for children the best way. ... How to Renew Your CDA Credential Step by Step
CDA Renewal Tips for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Family Child Care Providers
06/10/2026Renewing your CDA can feel big, but you are not alone. This guide gives clear, friendly steps to help infant, toddler, preschool, and family child care providers finish their renewal with less stress. Use the links to ChildCareEd resources for templates, checklists, and course options. State require... CDA Renewal Tips for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Family Child Care Providers
Child Care Training You Can Complete Anytime, Anywhere
07/02/2026Working in child care is busy. You care for children, families, and paperwork. Good news: many trainings now fit into small bits of time and can be done from anywhere. This article shows simple choices, quick tips, and common mistakes to avoid so you and your team can keep learning without losing sl... Child Care Training You Can Complete Anytime, Anywhere
Can busy child care providers finish online training and stay licensed?
07/07/2026Online training can help busy child care leaders and teachers learn needed skills without leaving work. This article shows simple, practical steps you can use today. We explain what online courses look like, which ones count for licensing, how to fit study into a packed day, and ways directors can... Can busy child care providers finish online training and stay licensed?
Maximize Your Training Opportunities with the Educational Incentive Program (EIP)
01/07/2025Maximize Your Training Opportunities with the Educational Incentive Program (EIP) At ChildCareEd, we are committed to supporting #early-childhood #educators and caregivers in enhancing their knowledge and skills. One great way to make training more affordable is through the Educational Ince... Maximize Your Training Opportunities with the Educational Incentive Program (EIP)
