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Can traditional child care programs add forest preschool activities without starting a new program?
07/21/2026Want to bring the benefits of a #forest preschool into your existing program without rebuilding your whole model? Integrating regular, intentional nature-based #outdoor experiences can increase children’s movement, curiosity, and resilience while strengthening classroom practice; a practical f... Can traditional child care programs add forest preschool activities without starting a new program?
How do I select developmentally appropriate digital resources for young children?
07/21/2026Choosing digital tools that genuinely support learning without displacing hands‑on play can feel like navigating a maze. This article gives child care directors and providers a practical decision framework to pick apps, videos, and devices that are truly #developmentally appropriate for your class... How do I select developmentally appropriate digital resources for young children?
How can dress-up and pretend play support young children’s identity and self-expression?
07/15/2026Dress-up and dramatic play are far more than entertaining parts of the day—they provide powerful opportunities for children to explore their identities, express their ideas and emotions, experiment with social roles, and strengthen language and relationship skills. For child care providers and... How can dress-up and pretend play support young children’s identity and self-expression?
Toddler Lesson Plans for Play, Learning, and Development
06/11/2026Good lesson plans help your team feel calm and keep children learning. This short guide shows clear steps to write simple, play-based #lessonplans for your #toddlers. You will get a quick template, easy activity ideas, and tips to adapt for mixed needs. Why it matters: thoughtful plans make the da... Toddler Lesson Plans for Play, Learning, and Development
Why Do the Best Kids' Movies Work for Grown-Ups Too?
07/15/2026The best children’s movies connect with adults because they combine engaging stories for young viewers with deeper emotional themes, humor, relationships, and life lessons that resonate across generations. In early childhood settings, carefully selected #movies and #media can become meaningful... Why Do the Best Kids' Movies Work for Grown-Ups Too?
What are the most important school readiness skills for preschoolers?
06/18/2026Young children learn fast. This article helps child care providers and directors see the key skills preschoolers need to start school with confidence. You will find simple steps you can use in the classroom and ideas to share with families. Why it matters: early skills help children make friends, fo... What are the most important school readiness skills for preschoolers?
Preschool Lesson Plans for Learning, Creativity, and Growth
06/24/2026Good lesson plans help your team create calm, playful days where children learn, make friends, and try new things. This article gives easy steps, ready ideas, and links to helpful templates so you can plan with confidence. Use short goals, simple materials, and routines that let kids explore safely.... Preschool Lesson Plans for Learning, Creativity, and Growth
How can we teach children through play?
05/13/2026Play is not a break from learning — it is the best way young children learn. When children make, move, pretend, and solve problems, their brains grow. This article is for child care directors and providers who want easy, practical ways to teach through play. You will find steps to plan, set ... How can we teach children through play?
Not Just a Bad Day: 10 Subtle Signs Your Kid Might Be Battling Depression and AFSP walks near you
09/18/2024Your Kid Might Be Battling Depression As parents and caregivers, it is vital to recognize that children can experience depression, often in ways that differ significantly from adults. ChildCareEd shares ten subtle indicators that may suggest your child is battling depression. By ... Not Just a Bad Day: 10 Subtle Signs Your Kid Might Be Battling Depression and AFSP walks near you
What Should We Do When a Child in New York Daycare Arrives Exhausted Every Day?
05/26/2026Many of you have seen this: a child arrives at your program each morning looking wiped out. You worry about safety, learning, and whether the child is getting the sleep they need. This short guide helps New York child care providers and directors notice the signs, act kindly at drop-off, work with f... What Should We Do When a Child in New York Daycare Arrives Exhausted Every Day?
