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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
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?
Activites with Shadows
09/23/2022Activities with Shadows Warmer weather and more hours of sunlight are coming. This means that it is time to play shadow tag and learn "what is a shadow?" Here are a few websites to collect new ideas. Making Shadow Puppets (www.sciencebuddies.org) The Ultimate List of Shadow Experiments for Kids... Activites with Shadows
Early Childhood Education Online Courses
08/24/2022Aug 30th is Beach Day! Even if you can’t get to the beach, you can bring a bit of the beach to your classroom! Have a beach day with the kids complete with beach towels, umbrellas, and sunglasses. This Ice Cream in a Bag activity is tasty way to bring summer and science together! Or cre... Early Childhood Education Online Courses
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?
Your CDA Roadmap in Maryland: From Online Training to Certification
05/07/2026Ready to earn your #CDA in #Maryland? This roadmap guides child care providers and directors step-by-step from online coursework to the final credential. It’s written for busy people who need clear, practical steps. You’ll find where to take courses, how to use Maryland funding, what to ... Your CDA Roadmap in Maryland: From Online Training to Certification
How can New York childcare workers in the Bronx find Spanish-language CEU courses?
06/03/2026You care for children and families in the #Bronx. You want CEUs in #Spanish so you can better serve #Latino #families. This short guide shows easy steps to find Spanish-language continuing education. We link to places that offer online and local classes, tips to make sure the course counts, and ways... How can New York childcare workers in the Bronx find Spanish-language CEU 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
