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Spray Bottles, Zig Zags, and Math Stories
09/29/2023Spray Bottles, Zig Zags, and Math Stories Introduction — How can simple materials make art and early math more purposeful in your classroom? Small, intentional adaptations of common classroom materials can reduce mess, deepen children’s exploration, and scaffold emergent numeracy and literacy.... Spray Bottles, Zig Zags, and Math Stories
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CDA Training Initiative has been extended!!
12/28/2023Maryland early childhood professionals: the CDA Training Initiative has been extended. If you work in a licensed child care center or a registered family child care home in Maryland and meet eligibility criteria, submit an application now; the process typically takes only a few minutes. ChildCareEd ... CDA Training Initiative has been extended!!
Free ECE Units Online in North Dakota: Start Here!
03/31/2026Finding free or low-cost Early Childhood Education training in North Dakota can feel hard at first. The good news is that ChildCareEd gives providers an easier place to start. ChildCareEd is an Approved Training Sponsor in the North Dakota Early Childhood Workforce Registry, which means completed tr... Free ECE Units Online in North Dakota: Start Here!
Online Child Care Courses in North Dakota: Training Made Simple
05/05/2026If you are a child care director or teacher in #NorthDakota looking for easy, useful ways to meet training goals, this article is for you. Online learning can help busy #providers finish required hours, get a #CDA, and build stronger classrooms. The tips below explain where to find trusted courses, ... Online Child Care Courses in North Dakota: Training Made Simple
Unlocking Opportunities: The CDA Credential and Child Care Providers in Arizona
06/06/2024As the demand for high-quality #early-childhood education continues to rise, child care providers in Arizona are increasingly seeking ways to enhance their skills and qualifications. One avenue that offers numerous benefits is earning a CDA Preschool Credential or the CDA Infant/Toddler Credential t... Unlocking Opportunities: The CDA Credential and Child Care Providers in Arizona
When Seconds Count: How Pediatric First Aid Training Empowers Parents and Teachers to Act Quickly
04/18/2024As a parent or #teacher, the thought of a child in your care experiencing a medical #emergency can be terrifying. You want to be prepared to act quickly and confidently to provide life-saving aid, but the thought of taking time out of your busy schedule to complete an extensive first aid certificati... When Seconds Count: How Pediatric First Aid Training Empowers Parents and Teachers to Act Quickly
Ensuring the Safety and Well-Being of Our Future: The Vital Importance of Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training for Teachers
04/08/2024As any educator will attest, the role of a teacher extends far beyond the confines of the classroom. ChildCareEd offers practical options — Pediatric Blended First Aid & CPR/AED and Pediatric In‑Person First Aid & CPR — that help teachers acquire pediatric emergency skills. In ... Ensuring the Safety and Well-Being of Our Future: The Vital Importance of Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training for Teachers
What Do Michigan Providers Need to Know About Subsidy Audits and Documentation?
06/26/2026Working in early care means juggling children, families, staff, and rules. This short guide helps Michigan directors and #providers get audit-ready for subsidy reviews. Why it matters: clean records protect children, keep subsidy payments coming, and guard your license. Federal and state actions emp... What Do Michigan Providers Need to Know About Subsidy Audits and Documentation?
What are the supervision basics for child care in Michigan?
06/12/2026Supervision keeps children safe and helps your program run well. This short guide explains the supervision basics for Michigan child care providers and directors. It is written for busy teams and uses clear steps you can follow today. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing ... What are the supervision basics for child care in Michigan?
Fostering Creativity in the Early Years: How ChildCareEd Empowers Child Care Providers
05/07/2024The early years are a critical time for fostering creativity in children. As a child care provider, you play a vital role in nurturing this essential skill. But with busy schedules and packed #classrooms, it can be challenging to come up with fresh, engaging activities that spark a child's imaginati... Fostering Creativity in the Early Years: How ChildCareEd Empowers Child Care Providers
