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Juneteenth History and Activities
09/23/2022This article explains Juneteenth in terms early childhood educators can use to plan respectful, age-appropriate celebrations and learning experiences. Below you will find classroom-ready activity ideas, differentiation notes for toddlers through elementary, family-engagement strategies, and links to... Juneteenth History and Activities
National Eat Your Vegetables Day June 17
06/13/2023Celebrate National Eat Your Vegetables Day with practical strategies for encouraging vegetable acceptance among infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Many early childhood educators use a combination of sensory exposure, predictable mealtime routines, and intentional modeling to reduce food neophobia ... National Eat Your Vegetables Day June 17
How Can Preschools Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Meaningfully?
09/14/2026Meaningful Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations help children see their families, languages, and communities reflected in the classroom rather than reduced to a single themed event. To strengthen your planning, explore Building Bridges for Dual Language Learners, which offers practical strategies fo... How Can Preschools Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Meaningfully?
How Do Fruits vs. Vegetables Sorting Mats Build Healthy Eating Habits?
09/11/2026Can a simple sorting mat help preschoolers become more curious, confident food explorers? Fruits-versus-vegetables sorting supports classification, language, fine-motor development, and positive nutrition conversations without pressuring children to eat. For a deeper foundation in balanced meals, fo... How Do Fruits vs. Vegetables Sorting Mats Build Healthy Eating Habits?
Types of Curriculum in Early Childhood Education: Which Approach Fits Your Classroom Best?
08/21/2026Choosing among play-based, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, HighScope, project-based, and blended curricula can feel like a major program decision. A thoughtful comparison can help you align teaching practices with children’s strengths, family expectations, staff capacity, and learning goals; for de... Types of Curriculum in Early Childhood Education: Which Approach Fits Your Classroom Best?
Georgia Childcare Providers: This Certification Could Change Your Career Forever!
02/11/2025In Georgia, the demand for skilled and knowledgeable childcare professionals is growing. This reflects growing recognition of how early learning affects long-term outcomes. Providers need ongoing professional development to keep practices current. One practical step is pursuing a Child Development A... Georgia Childcare Providers: This Certification Could Change Your Career Forever!
Protecting Infants and Preventing Sleep-Related Incidents
03/26/2025Safe-sleep education is a core component of infant care. Because sleep-related infant deaths, including Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), have serious consequences, caregivers need a clear understanding of evidence-based practices for reducing risk. Families may encounter conflicting guidance; ch... Protecting Infants and Preventing Sleep-Related Incidents
How Can Child Care Providers Create Safe Sleep Practices for Infants?
09/17/2026Safe infant sleep depends on consistent routines, well-prepared environments, and confident staff—not good intentions alone. Begin with ChildCareEd’s Safe Sleep Training to strengthen staff knowledge, document professional development, and translate current guidance into daily classroom ... How Can Child Care Providers Create Safe Sleep Practices for Infants?
How Can Preschoolers Learn to Make Safer Classroom Decisions?
09/23/2026Preschoolers are capable of thoughtful choices, but they need repeated practice, clear language, and supportive adults to understand what keeps a classroom safe. The Everyday Safety: Creating Healthy Environments course helps providers strengthen routines, transitions, hygiene practices, and predict... How Can Preschoolers Learn to Make Safer Classroom Decisions?
When Does Classroom Clutter Become a Safety Issue?
09/29/2026When toys, supplies, or cords spill into walkways, everyday classroom clutter can quickly become a preventable safety hazard. A brief reset routine can help protect children, support smoother transitions, and make the room easier to supervise; for deeper guidance on identifying and addressing hazard... When Does Classroom Clutter Become a Safety Issue?
