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How can New York child care providers use simple safe sleep practices to protect infants?
06/05/2026Keeping babies safe while they sleep is one of the most important jobs in child care. This guide helps New York providers follow clear rules and practical steps. Read this with your team and families. State requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. Why it matters: 1) Safe sleep rules ... How can New York child care providers use simple safe sleep practices to protect infants?
What should child care providers learn in SIDS training?
06/10/2026SIDS training helps your team learn simple steps that save lives. Good training teaches us how to set up a safe place for babies to sleep, how to follow rules every nap time, and how to talk with families. This article is for directors and #caregivers who look after #infants. It shows what training ... What should child care providers learn in SIDS training?
Preschool Arithmetic Activity
09/01/2023New Activity for Preschool Arithmetic Kinesthetic, color-rich play supports early mathematical reasoning more effectively than worksheets alone. [REF 1] This hands-on sticky-note activity—writing numerals, cutting "hair," and building silly faces—makes emergent concepts of #addition and #subtra... Preschool Arithmetic Activity
How can storytelling be used as a teaching tool?
05/04/2026Storytelling is a simple, powerful way to teach young learners. In this article you will find friendly, practical ideas for child care providers and directors to use #storytelling with #children to boost #literacy and #engagement — and to support your work as #teachers. State requirements va... How can storytelling be used as a teaching tool?
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08/14/2024Discover the transformative power of Montessori education with ChildCareEd's comprehensive training programs. Our courses provide a deep dive into the Montessori philosophy, materials, and teaching methods. Learn how to create a prepared environment that fosters independence, curiosity, and lifelon... Special Offer: Save $15 on Montessori Education Training
Sleeping Through the Confetti: How to Help Kids Catch Zzz’s
12/30/2024The excitement of celebrations, late-night gatherings, and the allure of fireworks can easily disrupt established #sleep routines, leaving little ones feeling overtired and cranky. ChildCareEd delves into the significance of sleep during this bustling season and offer practical strategies to he... Sleeping Through the Confetti: How to Help Kids Catch Zzz’s
Infant Room Ratios: Safety, Supervision, and Care
06/22/2026Infant rooms need clear rules so babies stay safe and teachers can give good care. This article explains what infant #ratios mean, why they matter, how to plan staffing, and everyday safety steps. Use these ideas with your team and remember state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency... Infant Room Ratios: Safety, Supervision, and Care
How can child care programs keep children healthy every day?
05/18/2026Keeping kids safe and well in child care is the top job for every director and teacher. This article gives easy, practical steps you can use today to protect #children, promote #health, and build strong #safety and #hygiene habits while working with #families. We link to helpful guides and trainin... How can child care programs keep children healthy every day?
How Can Child Care Providers Prevent SIDS and Use Safe Sleep Practices?
06/15/2026As a child care provider or director, you keep little ones safe every day. Sleep time needs the same careful rules. This short guide gives clear steps you can teach staff and families. Use it to build a simple plan that protects babies in your care. Remember: state requirements vary - check your s... How Can Child Care Providers Prevent SIDS and Use Safe Sleep Practices?
Dopamine in Children: Rewards, Motivation, and Behavior
06/17/2026Dopamine is one of the brain chemicals that helps children notice rewards, feel motivated, and repeat behaviors that feel good or successful. In early childhood classrooms, this can show up when a child smiles after praise, keeps trying to finish a puzzle, gets excited during play, or has troubl... Dopamine in Children: Rewards, Motivation, and Behavior
