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Why Do Toddlers Throw Tantrums and How Should Teachers Respond?
09/19/2026When a toddler collapses in tears, screams during cleanup, or throws a toy, teachers need more than patience—they need a developmentally informed plan. Explore The ABCs of Behavior: Turning Challenges into Learning Opportunities to strengthen your understanding of triggers, positive guidance, ... Why Do Toddlers Throw Tantrums and How Should Teachers Respond?
What Should You Do When a Child Cries All Day at Daycare?
09/19/2026A child who cries throughout the daycare day is communicating distress, not causing trouble—and your response can help transform overwhelm into connection. Use the strategies below to investigate possible causes, provide responsive care, partner with families, and decide when additional suppor... What Should You Do When a Child Cries All Day at Daycare?
How Can Child Care Providers Teach Preschoolers to Manage Big Emotions?
09/19/2026Big emotions are a normal part of preschool development, but children need patient adults and repeated practice to learn what to do with them. The From Tantrums to Triumphs: Equipping Preschoolers with Self-Regulation Skills course offers deeper strategies for building calming, communication, and pr... How Can Child Care Providers Teach Preschoolers to Manage Big Emotions?
How Can Child Care Providers Handle a Child Who Refuses to Follow Directions?
09/19/2026A child’s refusal can turn an ordinary transition into a stressful moment for everyone, but it does not have to become a power struggle. With clear expectations, responsive relationships, and careful observation, providers can protect safety while teaching cooperation and self-advocacy. For de... How Can Child Care Providers Handle a Child Who Refuses to Follow Directions?
How Can Child Care Providers Document Developmental Concerns Without Diagnosing?
09/18/2026When a child’s development raises questions, careful documentation can protect the child’s dignity, strengthen family partnerships, and guide appropriate support without crossing into diagnosis. The Privacy Matters: Documentation and Observation in Early Learning course can help you buil... How Can Child Care Providers Document Developmental Concerns Without Diagnosing?
How Do Parallel Play, Associative Play, and Cooperative Play Differ?
09/18/2026When children play side by side, exchange materials, or build a shared story, they are practicing different levels of social participation—not simply “playing” in the same way. For practical strategies that connect play stages with cognitive, physical, social, and emotional develop... How Do Parallel Play, Associative Play, and Cooperative Play Differ?
What Is Developmentally Appropriate Practice? Examples by Age
09/18/2026How can child care providers offer meaningful learning without expecting children to perform beyond their developmental readiness? Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) helps educators align relationships, environments, and experiences with children’s age, individual strengths, interests,... What Is Developmentally Appropriate Practice? Examples by Age
What Should a Teacher Do If They Suspect Autism?
09/18/2026When a teacher notices developmental differences, the most helpful response is neither panic nor diagnosis—it is careful observation, compassionate partnership, and timely support. The Effective Approaches for Autism and Inclusion course can strengthen your understanding of autism, communicati... What Should a Teacher Do If They Suspect Autism?
How Can Preschool Teachers Recognize and Respond to Sensory Overload in the Classroom?
09/18/2026When a preschooler covers their ears, bolts from a group, or suddenly shuts down, the behavior may be a signal that the classroom has become too intense—not a sign of defiance. This guide offers practical ways to recognize sensory overload, prevent escalation, and restore participation; for de... How Can Preschool Teachers Recognize and Respond to Sensory Overload in the Classroom?
What Early Signs of Autism May Child Care Providers Notice?
09/18/2026When you work with young children each day, small differences in communication, play, or sensory responses may become visible before a family has concerns. Learning to recognize patterns—without diagnosing—can help you document observations, partner respectfully with families, and connec... What Early Signs of Autism May Child Care Providers Notice?
