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How to Balance Work, Training, and Self-Care as a Child Care Provider
01/06/2026Why is balance important for child care providers? When you feel supported and rested, it is easier to stay patient and kind. You can also #learn new skills without feeling overwhelmed. Balance helps you: Stay calmer during busy moments Keep up with training requirements Have more energ... How to Balance Work, Training, and Self-Care as a Child Care Provider
Reading Aloud in Child Care: Best Practices for Language Development
01/06/2026Why does reading aloud build #language-skills? When children hear stories again and again, their brains start to connect sounds, words, and meaning. Shared reading also builds a close, safe relationship with the adult reader, which supports learning. Reading aloud can help children: Learn... Reading Aloud in Child Care: Best Practices for Language Development
Biting in Child Care: Causes, Prevention, and Provider Strategies
01/06/2026Why Do Children Bite in Child Care? Biting can be one of the toughest behaviors #early-childhood- #educators face. It often happens quickly and without warning, and it can hurt both children and caregivers. But biting isn’t usually a sign that a child is “bad.” Many young children... Biting in Child Care: Causes, Prevention, and Provider Strategies
Texas Director Credential Online
01/06/2026The Texas Director Credential is a recognized credential for people who lead licensed childcare programs in Texas. It shows that a director has the training and knowledge needed to manage a high-quality childcare center. This credential focuses on leadership, program management, and child developme... Texas Director Credential Online
How to Start a Daycare in Michigan: A Step-by-Step Guide
01/06/2026Starting a #daycare in Michigan is both a meaningful way to support families in your community and an opportunity to build a fulfilling business. Because child care impacts children’s #safety and #development, Michigan has specific rules and licensing requirements you must follow. This guide w... How to Start a Daycare in Michigan: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Start a Daycare in Minnesota: A Step-by-Step Guide
01/06/2026Starting a daycare in Minnesota can be a rewarding way to support families in your community while building a meaningful business. Whether you want to open a #home-based family child care or a licensed child care center, there are clear steps and requirements you must follow under Minnesota state la... How to Start a Daycare in Minnesota: A Step-by-Step Guide
Infection Control Practices for Child Care Settings
01/05/2026Why is stopping germs so important in child care? In a child care center, children spend many hours close together. They #play with the same blocks, sit on the same rug, and sometimes even accidentally sneeze on each other. Because their bodies are still growing, young children can get sick... Infection Control Practices for Child Care Settings
How to Apply for an MSDE Training Voucher
01/16/2024Boost Your Early Childhood Education Skills with Maryland's Training Vouchers and ChildCareEd! Dedicated to nurturing Maryland's youngest learners? The Maryland State Department of Education (#MSDE) and ChildCareEd are here to support your professional development journey with the Early Childhood #... How to Apply for an MSDE Training Voucher
How to Create Developmentally Appropriate Lesson Plans for Child Care
01/05/2026What does " #developmentally-appropriate" really mean? Think of a ladder. A two-year-old is on one step, and a five-year-old is a few steps higher. You wouldn't ask a two-year-old to climb to the top of the ladder right away. Developmental appropriateness is the same thing. It is about meeting chil... How to Create Developmentally Appropriate Lesson Plans for Child Care
Cognitive Development in Early Childhood: Strategies That Actually Work
01/05/2026What is cognitive #development in young children? Cognitive development is about how children see, think about, and understand their world. It includes many different skills, such as: Memory: Remembering names, colors, and rules. Problem-solving: Figuring out how to fix a broken toy or share a ... Cognitive Development in Early Childhood: Strategies That Actually Work
