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Family Childcare Is the Perfect Winter Career Move!
01/20/2025During the winter months, many people experience a seasonal dip in mood often called the January blues. Shorter days, reduced daylight, and the stress that can follow the holidays increase the risk of low energy and low mood. For professionals considering a winter career change, family childcare can... Family Childcare Is the Perfect Winter Career Move!
How can earning a CDA in Oklahoma help child care providers and open new opportunities?
05/20/2026Getting your #CDA in #Oklahoma can change your work life. This short article explains how the CDA helps you grow, find new jobs, and support the children you care for. We also point to helpful courses and resources from ChildCareEd so you can take the next step. Remember: state requirements vary -... How can earning a CDA in Oklahoma help child care providers and open new opportunities?
Winter Weather and Indoor Air Quality Tips
01/21/2013How can child care providers protect children in cold weather? Winter weather requires deliberate supervision, environmental controls, and clear protocols. This brief guide gives practical, regulatory-minded actions you can apply in center and family-care settings. Consider professional training su... Winter Weather and Indoor Air Quality Tips
☃️ Frosty Fun in the Classroom: Winter Activities That Teach
02/11/2026Why are winter classroom activities so important? ❄️ Winter can be a tricky season in early childhood classrooms. Some days are cold, windy, or snowy. Kids may have less outdoor time, and they may feel extra wiggly inside. That is why winter activities that teach are so helpful. Good winter ac... ☃️ Frosty Fun in the Classroom: Winter Activities That Teach
Winter Classroom Activities for Child Care Providers
02/12/2026Winter can be a magical season in #early-childhood #classrooms. Snow, cold #weather, and shorter days create new opportunities for creative #learning. At the same time, winter often means children spend more time indoors, which can #lead to extra energy and restlessness. For child care provi... Winter Classroom Activities for Child Care Providers
Last Day of Winter Activities: Learning Centers and Outdoor Play Ideas
02/20/2026Winter is ending, and kids can feel that change. Some children get excited. Others get wiggly or tired from weather changes. A “last day of winter” theme can help you keep the day fun and calm using simple learning centers and outdoor play ideas that work in child care and preschool. #Wi... Last Day of Winter Activities: Learning Centers and Outdoor Play Ideas
Infant & Toddler Health Tips for the Chilly Season
01/20/2025As ambient temperatures decline, caregivers of infants and toddlers must reconcile routine caregiving tasks with evidence‑based strategies that mitigate cold‑weather risks. Targeted professional development—such as ChildCareEd's Playful Learning: Infant & Toddler Activities and CDA Infants... Infant & Toddler Health Tips for the Chilly Season
How Should North Dakota Childcare Programs Handle Medical Emergencies?
05/19/2026Every child care program needs a clear plan for when a child has a health problem or injury. This short guide helps directors and providers in #NorthDakota know the steps to keep children safe during a #medical #emergency. It covers what to do right away, what training and supplies to have, how to w... How Should North Dakota Childcare Programs Handle Medical Emergencies?
Starting an In-Home Daycare in Virginia: Requirements and Tips
05/28/2026Starting an in-home daycare can feel big — and you can do it step by step. This short guide is for child care providers and directors who want a safe, legal, and steady #Virginia #home program that families trust. To help you describe the personalized, flexible, and affordable benefits parents... Starting an In-Home Daycare in Virginia: Requirements and Tips
Home Daycare Basics: Licensing, Safety, and Training
06/16/2026Starting a #home #daycare means knowing the basics: #licensing, #safety, and #training. This short guide helps directors and providers with clear steps, helpful lists, and links to trusted resources so you can be confident each day. state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. Wha... Home Daycare Basics: Licensing, Safety, and Training
