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Why Does Outdoor Learning for Toddlers and Preschoolers Matter?
03/16/2026Introduction Outdoor learning helps our youngest children move, think, and feel calm. This article is for child care providers and directors who want simple, practical ideas. You will find why outdoor #learning matters, how to keep children safe, easy activities to try, and how to involve families ... Why Does Outdoor Learning for Toddlers and Preschoolers Matter?
How Can New York Childcare Educators Support Children After Trauma?
05/13/2026Trauma can happen to any child. As a New York childcare leader or teacher, you can help children feel safer, calm down, and keep learning. This article gives clear steps you can use right away. It explains what to do first, how to shape the room and day, how to work with families and staff, and when... How Can New York Childcare Educators Support Children After Trauma?
Professional Development & Teddy Bear Activities
10/14/2022ChildCareEd offers a selection of 2- and 3-hour online professional development classes designed to strengthen inclusion and classroom practice. Consider taking DAP for Preschool to align your curriculum with developmentally appropriate practice, or Classroom Positivity to build social-emotional sup... Professional Development & Teddy Bear Activities
How can New York preschool programs safely handle aggressive behavior?
05/25/2026Aggressive moments—hitting, biting, pushing—can feel scary for staff, children, and families. You are not alone. This article gives clear, kind steps you can use right away and over time in your #preschoolers room. It is written for directors and child care providers who want practical, ... How can New York preschool programs safely handle aggressive behavior?
Did Washington’s Infant and Early Childhood Conference Put Inclusion and Family Partnerships in Focus?
06/10/2026The short answer is: yes. The Washington Infant and Early Childhood conference put a clear spotlight on #inclusion and strong #families #partnerships in early care. Speakers and workshops showed practical ideas for infant-toddler care, ways to welcome every child, and steps to bring families into ... Did Washington’s Infant and Early Childhood Conference Put Inclusion and Family Partnerships in Focus?
How Can Child Care Programs Best Prepare Little Ones for the Kindergarten Transition?
07/15/2026Starting kindergarten is an exciting and meaningful milestone for children and families, but the transition can also bring uncertainty and stress. This article provides child care providers and directors with practical, research-informed strategies for making the move to kindergarten calmer, kinder,... How Can Child Care Programs Best Prepare Little Ones for the Kindergarten Transition?
Healthy Cooking for Picky Kids
07/04/2008Picky eating is one of the most common challenges child care providers face, but healthy cooking activities can make unfamiliar foods feel more approachable and enjoyable. This article explores practical ways to prepare nutritious, child-friendly meals and involve children in safe classroom cooking ... Healthy Cooking for Picky Kids
Free Online Child Care Training in Alaska: Earn a Certificate
07/14/2026Free, state-approved online trainings can remove barriers for busy child care staff while improving program quality. This article explains where Alaska providers can find free courses that issue certificates, how Alaska accepts those certificates, and practical steps to enroll, document, and keep tr... Free Online Child Care Training in Alaska: Earn a Certificate
How to Become a Certified Babysitter
06/09/2026Becoming a certified babysitter helps people stay calm, act fast in an emergency, and earn trust from families. When you finish a course you often get a printable or digital certificate that shows you learned important skills. Getting the right #certificate and #CPR and #training helps each #babysit... How to Become a Certified Babysitter
Safe Temperature Regulations in Daycare: Nevada Rules for Child Care Providers
06/08/2026Keeping children comfortable and safe in hot or cold weather matters every day in your #Nevada program. Young bodies change temperature faster than adults, so clear rules and simple routines protect health and help your team make fast, confident choices. See a practical weather-watch approach in th... Safe Temperature Regulations in Daycare: Nevada Rules for Child Care Providers
