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Winter Holiday Fun STEM Activities
12/08/2023Winter Holiday Fun STEM Activities This collection of developmentally-appropriate, low-cost STEM projects is designed for child care professionals seeking purposeful winter activities that align with learning goals in science, mathematics, fine motor development, and executive function. Two ... Winter Holiday Fun STEM Activities
Professional Development Plans
11/10/2023Professional Development Plans in the Group Admin Did you know? ChildCareEd programs include a Group Admin Training Plan feature that lets program leaders export individualized Professional Development Plans (PDPs) showing assigned and completed learning, issued certificates, and renewal dates. Use... Professional Development Plans
How Can Oklahoma Early Educators Turn Daily Observations into Better Classroom Support?
05/22/2026Every day in your program gives clues about what each child needs next. This article shows simple steps Oklahoma teachers and directors can use to turn short, factual notes into better classroom supports. Read this as a friendly how-to for busy staff. In your #Oklahoma program, use #observation to s... How Can Oklahoma Early Educators Turn Daily Observations into Better Classroom Support?
How can we plan fun, safe outdoor activities for school-age daycare programs?
07/03/2026Outdoor time is one of the best parts of the day for #schoolage kids and the adults who care for them. This article helps directors and providers plan simple, learning-rich outdoor activities that build muscles, friendships, and curiosity. You will find easy activity ideas, safety steps, schedule ... How can we plan fun, safe outdoor activities for school-age daycare programs?
How can blocks, water play, cooking, and outdoor exploration introduce STEM to young children?
07/16/2026Young children don’t need specialized labs to begin learning science, technology, engineering, and math. Everyday play materials—blocks, water, kitchen tools, and the outdoors—are rich learning environments. This article gives practical, research-informed strategies you can use t... How can blocks, water play, cooking, and outdoor exploration introduce STEM to young children?
Fun Preschool STEM Activities for Hands-On Learning
04/29/2026Young children are natural explorers. Hands-on STEM helps them touch, test, build, and ask questions. This article gives simple, practical ideas you can use tomorrow in your #preschool #classroom to support #STEM and #handsOn #learning. The tips are low-prep, safe, and built for busy child care prov... Fun Preschool STEM Activities for Hands-On Learning
Indoor and Outdoor Activities for School-Age Programs
07/20/2026School-age children need a balance of active play, creative projects, quiet choices, and opportunities to work with others. ChildCareEd’s online Lesson Planning to Meet School Age Needs course helps educators choose appropriate activities while considering children’s interests, abilities... Indoor and Outdoor Activities for School-Age Programs
Activites with Shadows
09/23/2022Activities with Shadows Warmer weather and longer daylight make shadow play a reliably rich teaching moment. These activities support inquiry, observation, and early #STEM thinking while encouraging gross-motor and social interaction outdoors. For providers looking to embed shadow play into an in... Activites with Shadows
Why should Georgia early childhood educators stick with ChildCareEd’s self-paced courses?
05/12/2026If you work in child care in #Georgia, you want training that fits your day, helps your program, and counts for state credit. Choosing #ChildCareEd # self-paced courses is one smart way to meet those needs. These courses are made for busy teachers and directors. They are DECAL-approved for Georgia a... Why should Georgia early childhood educators stick with ChildCareEd’s self-paced courses?
How to Become Certified to Work with Preschoolers
07/02/2026Becoming certified to work with young children is a smart step for any child care provider or director. You already care a lot about kids — this article shows simple steps you can follow to get the right papers and skills. Why it matters: good training and clear certificates help keep children... How to Become Certified to Work with Preschoolers
