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How Can We Teach Children the Value of Kindness Through Everyday Moments?
07/17/2026Every day in a child care setting is full of small opportunities to grow big social-emotional skills. This article offers practical, evidence-informed steps for directors and providers who want to weave #kindness into routines, relationships, and the rhythm of the day. You’ll find strategies... How Can We Teach Children the Value of Kindness Through Everyday Moments?
Social and Cultural Functions of Emotion in Young Children
05/12/2026Young children use feelings to learn, connect, and belong. This short guide helps child care providers and directors see how emotions work in social groups and across cultures. You will find clear ideas, easy steps, and links to trusted resources from ChildCareEd and other experts to help your team ... Social and Cultural Functions of Emotion in Young Children
The reality of teacher/student conversations
10/06/2022As early childhood professionals we routinely receive confiding remarks from children that surprise, amuse, or sometimes concern us. Those conversations are windows into a child’s language development, attachment, and family context. In this article we outline how to respond constructively, set ap... The reality of teacher/student conversations
Maryland Child Care Credential Program: Levels, Training, and Renewal
05/04/2026Maryland child care leaders and teachers — this quick guide explains the Maryland Child Care Credential Program in plain steps. You will learn the levels, how to earn the right #training and #PAUs, ways to apply and renew, and how centers can support staff. This article uses easy lists and li... Maryland Child Care Credential Program: Levels, Training, and Renewal
How can New York providers bridge the summer gap with year-round learning?
06/22/2026Many New York child care programs worry about the "summer gap"—the learning and routine children lose when programs slow down, or families have different needs. This article gives simple, practical steps you can use all year to keep children active, safe, and learning. You will find ideas for ... How can New York providers bridge the summer gap with year-round learning?
How can you turn summer days into learning moments at your Minnesota program?
06/24/2026Summer in #Minnesota is full of chances to help your #children grow. With simple plans, you can mix play, nature, and short lessons so each day feels joyful and useful. This article gives easy steps for schedules, activities, safety, family partnerships, and quick training ideas. Remember: state req... How can you turn summer days into learning moments at your Minnesota program?
How can Minnesota child care programs keep kids learning and engaged over the summer?
06/22/2026Summer is a great time to keep children curious, moving, and learning. In your #Minnesota #summer program, you can mix simple games, nature play, short field trips, and hands-on projects to keep #children happy and growing. This article provides simple plans you can use in child care programs, alo... How can Minnesota child care programs keep kids learning and engaged over the summer?
Maryland Child Care Credentialing System: What Child Care Providers Need to Know
04/29/2026Working in a child care program in #Maryland can feel overwhelming when you face training rules, pay bonuses, and paperwork. This guide explains the Maryland Child Care Credentialing System in simple steps. You will learn what the program is, who can join, how staff earn hours and PAUs, where money ... Maryland Child Care Credentialing System: What Child Care Providers Need to Know
PAUs and Summer
09/22/2022Summer is one of the busiest times for programs—and also an excellent opportunity to earn required PAUs/CEUs without sacrificing program quality. Consider scheduling VIP subscription courses that pair cohort-led reflection with self-paced modules; two commonly used options are the 45 hour Growth a... PAUs and Summer
How can Texas childcare providers use wildlife and outdoor discovery to teach young children?
04/30/2026Outdoor learning in Texas is a big chance to help young learners grow. When children are outside, they move, ask questions, and use all their senses. This article gives clear ideas, safety tips, and easy lessons for child care teams who want to bring wildlife and outdoor discovery into daily play an... How can Texas childcare providers use wildlife and outdoor discovery to teach young children?
