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When Policies Shift, We Stay Strong for You
05/05/2025When Policies Shift, We Stay Strong for You What the End of the U.S. Department of Education Could Mean — And How ChildCareEd Is Here to Support You In recent political discussions, proposals to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education have sparked concern among #early-childhood- #educat... When Policies Shift, We Stay Strong for You
How can Florida child care programs keep kids safe from snakes, insects, and harmful plants on the playground?
05/21/2026Florida playgrounds are full of sunshine and fun — and some natural hazards we must watch for. This article helps directors and caregivers spot and reduce risks from snakes, stinging #insects, biting bugs, and poisonous #plants. Use the steps and links below to make outdoor play safer. Remem... How can Florida child care programs keep kids safe from snakes, insects, and harmful plants on the playground?
What should North Dakota child care providers know about first aid for bites and stings?
06/16/2026Every day outdoors brings learning and fun — and sometimes a bite or sting. This short guide helps North Dakota child care providers and directors give safe, calm #firstaid right away, prevent problems, and follow program rules. Use the tips below, practice with your team, and keep a clear pla... What should North Dakota child care providers know about first aid for bites and stings?
Arizona Child Care Ratios and Group Sizes by Age: Daycare Center Guide
07/09/2026This article guide helps Arizona directors and providers understand how to find and use staff-to-child ratios and maximum group sizes. You will get practical steps for daily planning, common examples from other states, and fixes for usual problems. Use this with your local rules and remember: state ... Arizona Child Care Ratios and Group Sizes by Age: Daycare Center Guide
Daycare Temperature Regulations in Arizona: How Hot Is Too Hot?
07/06/2026Keeping children safe when temperatures rise is a top job for every director and provider. This short guide answers common questions about heat, cooling, and paperwork so your team can act fast and confidently. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. What are Arizon... Daycare Temperature Regulations in Arizona: How Hot Is Too Hot?
What Does Responsive Caregiving Look Like Day to Day in Arizona Infant Rooms?
07/14/2026Responsive caregiving in an infant room is not a policy document—it’s a pattern of small, timely responses adults make every hour. For Arizona directors and providers, this means building routines, staffing, and policies so each baby’s signal gets noticed and answered with warmth a... What Does Responsive Caregiving Look Like Day to Day in Arizona Infant Rooms?
Level Up Your Career: Arizona Training Bundles That Put Your Dreams Within Reach
08/21/2025Level Up Your Career: Arizona Training Bundles That Put Your Dreams Within Reach Why Did ChildCareEd Create Arizona Career Bundles? At ChildCareEd, we believe every early childhood professional—whether you’re a teacher, director, or support staff—deserves the chance to grow, ... Level Up Your Career: Arizona Training Bundles That Put Your Dreams Within Reach
Arizona Child Care Ratios and Group Sizes by Age: Home Daycare Guide
07/10/2026Running a home daycare in #Arizona means you must follow rules about how many children one adult can safely watch. This guide is for child care providers and directors. It explains the common age bands, steps to plan a day, and how to avoid the most common problems. Remember: state requirements var... Arizona Child Care Ratios and Group Sizes by Age: Home Daycare Guide
Arizona Home Daycare Standards: What Providers Need to Know
07/08/2026Running a home daycare in Arizona means you care for children and follow rules that keep them safe. This short guide helps directors and providers learn the most important parts of Arizona #home #Arizona #licensing #safety #training. Read slowly, use the checklists, and remember: state requirements ... Arizona Home Daycare Standards: What Providers Need to Know
Power Outage at Daycare: Safety, Licensing, and Next Steps
06/22/2026Power can go out fast. You are caring for children and families count on you. This article helps directors and providers handle a #poweroutage safely and follow rules. It gives simple steps you can do right away, things to document for #licensing, how to protect food and medicine, and how to tell fa... Power Outage at Daycare: Safety, Licensing, and Next Steps
