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How Do You Choose One Teaching Goal from a Week of Classroom Observations?
09/28/2026A week of classroom observations can reveal more possibilities than any teaching team can pursue at once; the challenge is choosing a focus that will make a meaningful difference for children. Observations and Goal Setting in Childcare can help you connect what you notice to practical, child-centere... How Do You Choose One Teaching Goal from a Week of Classroom Observations?
Caterpillars and Butterflies Activities
09/23/2022Caterpillars & Butterflies These seasonal life-cycle visitors offer rich, developmentally appropriate opportunities to teach science inquiry, emergent literacy, and open-ended art. In early childhood settings, pair observation-based STEM moments with process art and music to strengthen fine mot... Caterpillars and Butterflies Activities
Memorial Day Activities
09/23/2022Memorial Day is an opportunity for child care programs to teach remembrance, civic awareness, and respectful celebration through age-appropriate activities and crafts. Below are classroom-ready ideas, learning objectives, and safety reminders you can adapt for preschool and school-age groups. For pl... Memorial Day Activities
Reminder for Mother's Day
09/23/2022It may feel early to plan Mother's Day, but high-quality celebrations are opportunities to support family engagement, social-emotional learning, and expressive arts. For quick inspiration, see the curated set of 45 projects linked below. To translate craft ideas into developmentally meaningful activ... Reminder for Mother's Day
Montgomery County!! Why take the CDA training with ChildCareEd?
06/06/2023Why take the #CDA training with ChildCareEd — start your credentialing pathway with our CDA Preschool Credential or the CDA Infant/Toddler Credential. Unique benefits of taking the CDA with ChildCareEd. Opportunities to chat with one of our CDA Professional Development (PD) Specialis... Montgomery County!! Why take the CDA training with ChildCareEd?
How can we create sensory-friendly costumes for every child?
07/16/2026Halloween celebrations, book parades, dress-up days, and themed events should invite every child to participate without causing discomfort or distress. For child care directors and providers, creating sensory-friendly #costumes supports inclusion, reduces overstimulation, and demonstrates practical ... How can we create sensory-friendly costumes for every child?
Sleeping Through the Confetti: How to Help Kids Catch Zzz’s
12/30/2024The excitement of celebrations, late-night gatherings, and fireworks can perturb children's circadian entrainment and attenuate the homeostatic pressure that supports consolidated nocturnal sleep, increasing the likelihood of overtiredness and behavioral dysregulation. ChildCareEd's Safe Sleep Train... Sleeping Through the Confetti: How to Help Kids Catch Zzz’s
The Unofficial Guide to Acing the Child Development Associate Training: Humor & Hacks
10/11/2024The Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential serves as a vital stepping stone for those looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children, equipping practitioners with a competency-based foundation in developmentally appropriate practice, reflective pedagogy, and family engageme... The Unofficial Guide to Acing the Child Development Associate Training: Humor & Hacks
Child Development Associate Certification: Unlocking Bright Futures
06/11/2024In today's rapidly evolving job market, gaining a competitive edge is vital to securing a successful #career. For people passionate about working with children, a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential can open doors to meaningful roles in early childhood programs. ChildCareEd provides targete... Child Development Associate Certification: Unlocking Bright Futures
Bye Bye Winter: The Role of Outdoor Play in Early Childhood Development
03/14/2024As child care providers, you understand the profound impact that early experiences have on children's #growth-and #development. While structured indoor activities undoubtedly hold their place in fostering learning and social skills, the importance of outdoor play cannot be overstated. In a world whe... Bye Bye Winter: The Role of Outdoor Play in Early Childhood Development
