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Feeling Stressed?
12/15/2021Does the holiday season have you feeling stressed? Consider taking a training course to learn how to manage your stress! H&H Child Care Training Center offers several trainings courses related to stress. Learn how stress can have an impact on your body, identify areas of stress... Feeling Stressed?
The Play’s the Thing!
12/14/2021Have you ever looked at your children and wondered what they were thinking as they are fully engrossed in play? What concepts or ideas are they achieving while participating in play? Believe it or not, there are a lot of different things going on as children play. Some of the wonderfu... The Play’s the Thing!
How do I become a child care director in Texas?
06/04/2026Becoming a child care leader feels exciting and a little big. This article walks you through the main steps to become a licensed child care director in Texas. You will learn what education and experience count, which courses help, how to apply, and how to avoid common mistakes. Remember: state req... How do I become a child care director in Texas?
CACFP Certification Training for CCNP and CMP Applicants
05/29/2026Are you working toward your CACFP Child Nutrition Professional (CCNP) or CACFP Management Professional (CMP) certification? ChildCareEd offers online training that may help you document continuing education hours for certain CACFP certification specialty areas. The CCNP and CMP certifications are a... CACFP Certification Training for CCNP and CMP Applicants
What Is Play-Based Learning in Preschool and How Do We Do It Well?
06/18/2026Play-based learning means children learn by playing. When we protect time for play, children practice talking, solving problems, and working with friends. This article is for child care providers and directors who want simple steps to plan great days. You will read about what play-based learning is,... What Is Play-Based Learning in Preschool and How Do We Do It Well?
The Role of Teachers in Child Growth and Development
06/22/2026Young children learn fast. Teachers help that learning every day by supporting a child’s whole self — body, mind, feelings, and words. In this article you will find clear, practical steps to use in your #preschool classroom. We focus on simple routines, play, relationships, and family pa... The Role of Teachers in Child Growth and Development
What Does Toy Story 5 Teach Us About the Power of Imaginative Play?
07/15/2026Pixar’s Toy Story 5 is more than a family film—it offers educators an engaging starting point for exploring why imaginative play matters. By placing meaningful play, rather than passive screen consumption, at the center of children’s emotional growth and peer relationships, the fil... What Does Toy Story 5 Teach Us About the Power of Imaginative Play?
Can play-based learning and academic readiness work together for New York educators?
05/14/2026Child care leaders: this short guide helps you answer a big question for your program. We explain how #play and intentional teaching support #learning and #readiness for school. We write for #teachers and directors in #NewYork and link simple research and New York guidance so you can act confident... Can play-based learning and academic readiness work together for New York educators?
How Does Guided Play Build School-Ready Skills in New York Preschoolers?
07/06/2026Guided play is a gentle way teachers help children learn while they are playing. This article explains how guided play grows the skills children need for kindergarten, especially in New York programs. You will find clear steps you can try, links to useful resources from ChildCareEd and others, and p... How Does Guided Play Build School-Ready Skills in New York Preschoolers?
How does play shape brain development in children under 5 — what do Minnesota educators need to know?
05/15/2026This short guide shows how #play shapes the #brain and #development of #children in #Minnesota. It is for child care providers and directors who want clear, practical steps to support children under 5. Read on for simple science, hands-on ideas, common pitfalls, and ways to explain play to familie... How does play shape brain development in children under 5 — what do Minnesota educators need to know?
