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Cooperative Play vs. Parallel Play: What’s the Difference?
06/17/2026Young children show many kinds of play. As a director or provider, knowing the difference between side-by-side play and true teamwork helps you plan the room, pick toys, and coach kids. This short guide explains what each kind of play looks like, why it matters, and simple steps you can use tomorrow... Cooperative Play vs. Parallel Play: What’s the Difference?
Define Cooperative Play: Examples for Preschool and Child Care
06/17/2026Cooperative play happens when children play together with a shared plan or goal. This article helps child care providers and directors understand what cooperative play looks like, why it matters, and how to use easy classroom examples. You can use these ideas tomorrow during free play or planned les... Define Cooperative Play: Examples for Preschool and Child Care
How Did DC’s Pay Equity Fund Help Early Educators Be Seen as Professionals?
06/29/2026The District’s Pay Equity Fund changed how many people see early childhood teachers. This short guide explains what happened, why it mattered, and what directors can do now. It is written for child care leaders and program directors. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licen... How Did DC’s Pay Equity Fund Help Early Educators Be Seen as Professionals?
Universal Transitional Kindergarten Is Here — What Does It Mean for Private Child Care?
06/09/2026Universal Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is changing early learning. This article explains what it means for your private #childcare program, your staff, and the families you serve. You will read clear steps you can take today and ideas for working with schools and districts. This matters for #Uni... Universal Transitional Kindergarten Is Here — What Does It Mean for Private Child Care?
What Did California Educators Take Away from the 2026 CAAEYC Conference in Pasadena?
06/10/2026More than 1,000 early childhood professionals gathered in Pasadena for the 2026 CAAEYC conference. People came to learn, trade ideas, and bring back tools for their programs. This article shares the clear, practical #takeaways that California #educators can use right away. We focus on easy steps, ... What Did California Educators Take Away from the 2026 CAAEYC Conference in Pasadena?
Creating Community
01/08/2021A proverb, whose origins are largely unknown but attributed by many to African cultures, explains the importance of parents, teachers, and the community working together for their children's education, for it is not solely the teacher's responsibility. When parents become more comfortable with their... Creating Community
What Can the Golden Gate Bridge Teach Preschoolers About Connection?
06/11/2026The Golden Gate Bridge is more than a big orange bridge. It can be a simple lesson for preschoolers about how people connect, help each other, and build something that lasts. In this article, we link ideas from the bridge to classroom practices for belonging, teamwork, and play. You will see short... What Can the Golden Gate Bridge Teach Preschoolers About Connection?
How to Teach Diversity to Preschoolers Through Play
06/16/2026Teaching #diversity to young children can feel big, but play makes it simple and joyful. Young learners notice, copy, and learn best when they are playing. Start small, keep activities short, and use real books, toys, music, and family stories. For ready-made ideas you can use tomorrow, see How to T... How to Teach Diversity to Preschoolers Through Play
How can child care programs best support Dual Language Learners?
05/07/2026As a child care provider or director you are likely caring for children who speak more than one language. These children are #DLLs and they bring great strengths to your program. This short guide gives easy, practical ideas you can use right away. We'll look at how to set up your space, simple dai... How can child care programs best support Dual Language Learners?
How can North Dakota childcare programs best support Dual Language Learners?
05/22/2026Children who grow up with more than one language are a gift to our classrooms. This article is for directors and child care providers who work in North Dakota. You will find simple, ready ideas to help Dual Language Learners (DLLs) feel safe, learn, and belong. We use easy steps you can use today ... How can North Dakota childcare programs best support Dual Language Learners?
