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Home Daycare Business Guide for Child Care Providers
05/28/2026Starting a home daycare is a big and wonderful step. This guide is for child care providers and directors who want clear, easy steps to open and run a safe, happy program. You will see simple checklists, tips for safety and paperwork, and ways to build trust with families. Five key ideas to remembe... Home Daycare Business Guide for Child Care Providers
Illinois DCFS Rule 407: Art Materials for Toddlers in Child Care
05/18/2026Art time is great for toddlers. It helps their fingers, words, and feelings grow. This article explains what Illinois DCFS Rule 407 says about art supplies for toddlers and gives clear steps you can use today. You will find short lists, safety tips, and links to helpful resources. Remember: state r... Illinois DCFS Rule 407: Art Materials for Toddlers in Child Care
Why Does Child Care Cost So Much in New York — And How Can Providers Talk to Families About Value?
06/15/2026Child care in #NewYork costs a lot. Many families worry, and many programs struggle. This article helps child care directors and #providers understand why prices are high and gives simple ways to explain the value of care to #families. You will find clear steps, short lists, and links to helpful res... Why Does Child Care Cost So Much in New York — And How Can Providers Talk to Families About Value?
Identifying Developmental Milestones in Children
03/19/2024Developmental Screening Developmental screening offers child care professionals a rapid, evidence-informed appraisal of children's developmental status and supports determination of whether young children are attaining expected milestones. When providers implement standardized screening in conjunct... Identifying Developmental Milestones in Children
How Can Child Care Providers Help School-Age Children Manage Stress?
07/16/2026School-age children often bring many kinds of stress into child care, including academic pressure, friendship conflicts, family changes, overstimulation, and demanding daily schedules. This article gives child care providers and directors practical, evidence-informed strategies for recognizing signs... How Can Child Care Providers Help School-Age Children Manage Stress?
How Can We Build a Positive Child Care Workplace Culture?
06/15/2026Building a positive workplace helps teams feel safe, happy, and ready to do great work with children. This short guide gives clear steps directors and child care providers can use right away. It is written for people who run centers, supervise teachers, or want better staff teamwork. Remember: sta... How Can We Build a Positive Child Care Workplace Culture?
How Do I Read the Room and Know When My Class Needs a Change of Pace?
07/22/2026Feeling the tension in a room before it becomes a full-blown meltdown is a teachable skill—and it saves time, energy, and relationships. Recognizing the subtle signs that your group needs a slower rhythm, a movement break, or a shift in activity will improve daily #classroom management and lea... How Do I Read the Room and Know When My Class Needs a Change of Pace?
Healthy Snacks for Dad
09/23/2022Healthy Snacks for Dad Getting children to try new foods is often a challenge that can leave both caregiver and child frustrated, tired, and still hungry. Child care professionals can reduce resistance through brief, developmentally appropriate taste exposures, playful presentations, and family-eng... Healthy Snacks for Dad
July is National Picnic Month
06/30/2022Summer is the perfect time to plan outdoor activities and events. Consider celebrating National Picnic Month with the children and families in your program. Here are a few fun ideas to incorporate learning into your picnic! For more activity ideas and tips to promote healthy eating and family engage... July is National Picnic Month
July Is National Picnic Month
09/23/2022July Is National Picnic Month! Summer is an excellent opportunity for early childhood programs to create intentional, curriculum-aligned outdoor experiences. Consider celebrating National Picnic Month with activities that reinforce nutrition, family engagement, observational science, and social-emo... July Is National Picnic Month
