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How can child care programs support creativity through open-ended art?
07/16/2026Open-ended art—often called process art—gives young children the time, materials, and freedom to explore ideas without being expected to copy a model or create an identical finished product. This article gives child care providers and directors practical strategies for making open-ended ... How can child care programs support creativity through open-ended art?
How can Georgia child care providers turn storytime into a school-readiness superpower?
06/15/2026Storytime is more than a quiet moment—it's a chance to build language, confidence, and the skills children need for kindergarten. This article is for Georgia child care providers and directors who want simple, tested steps to make read-alouds a #storytime #earlyliteracy #Georgia #readaloud #... How can Georgia child care providers turn storytime into a school-readiness superpower?
What is the Family Child Care CDA and how do I earn it?
06/25/2026Getting your Family Child Care CDA can feel big, but you can do it step by step. This guide helps directors and child care providers understand what the Family Child Care CDA is, why it matters, and exactly what to do next. You’ll see clear numbered steps, helpful tips, and links to trusted re... What is the Family Child Care CDA and how do I earn it?
Are online CDA classes a good choice for preschool teachers?
06/25/2026Online CDA classes give preschool teachers a way to learn new skills on their own time. They are made for people who care for children ages 3–5. These classes cover what the CDA Council expects and help teachers build a professional portfolio. If you want help getting started, ChildCareEd ha... Are online CDA classes a good choice for preschool teachers?
What Is a CDA Portfolio? A Simple Guide for Preschool, Infant-Toddler, and Family Child Care
07/20/2026Building a CDA Professional Portfolio is easier when you have the right guidance and examples. ChildCareEd’s Birth to Five CDA Credential with Portfolio Review provides self-paced training and portfolio support for educators working across multiple age groups. Candidates can also use the free ... What Is a CDA Portfolio? A Simple Guide for Preschool, Infant-Toddler, and Family Child Care
Can forest preschool activities be integrated into traditional programs?
07/17/2026Traditional early childhood programs can incorporate the benefits of a #forest, #outdoor, and child-centered approach without abandoning familiar schedules, established classroom routines, curriculum goals, or licensing requirements. This practical guide helps directors and providers introduce fores... Can forest preschool activities be integrated into traditional programs?
How can I create engaging learning centers for preschoolers?
07/16/2026Well-planned learning centers turn the preschool classroom into an active partner in teaching by inviting children to make choices, explore ideas, practice skills, and learn through purposeful play. This guide gives child care providers and directors practical strategies for selecting center goals, ... How can I create engaging learning centers for preschoolers?
How Can Child Care Providers Help Children Learn to Disagree Respectfully?
07/22/2026Do disagreements have to become power struggles? Teaching children to disagree respectfully gives them lifelong tools for relationships, safety, and learning—and it makes your #classroom calmer and more productive. If you want practical, ready-to-use strategies, begin with the ChildCareEd cour... How Can Child Care Providers Help Children Learn to Disagree Respectfully?
Increasing Fine Motor Skills in the Early Childhood Education Classroom
01/07/2025Fine motor skills are crucial for young children because they engage the intrinsic muscles of the hands, fingers, and wrists that underlie tasks from pre-writing to self-care. These competencies underpin autonomy, active classroom engagement, and the more complex fine-motor demands of later academic... Increasing Fine Motor Skills in the Early Childhood Education Classroom
What Does California’s Expanded Learning Push Mean for School-Age Providers?
07/02/2026California is investing big in expanded learning. That means programs before school, after school, and during summer are growing fast. For school-age leaders and staff, this is a chance to move beyond just helping with homework to support every child’s learning and well-being. Read on for simp... What Does California’s Expanded Learning Push Mean for School-Age Providers?
