The phrase “Remember the Alamo” can bring up a long history. For young children, we can use a very small, careful part of the story to teach everyday skills: being brave, helping others, and belonging to a group. This article offers simple, age-appropriate ideas for child care teachers a... “Remember the Alamo: Teaching Texas Young Children Courage, Teamwork, and Classroom Community”
If you are looking for an extra activity this season, this simple pre-literacy "itsy-bitsy" booklet is a compact, process-focused craft that supports alphabet knowledge, directionality, page sequence, and bilateral fine-motor control. This activity pairs well with ChildCareEd professional developmen... Thanksgiving Booklet Activity
Want to transform children’s enthusiasm for capes and missions into purposeful learning without creating five unrelated lesson plans? A superhero week can integrate literacy, math, science, art, movement, and social-emotional learning when each center has a clear goal and playful invitation. F... How Can You Turn a Superhero Theme Into a Full Week of Preschool Learning Centers?
Creating an Account: Quick and Easy Getting started with ChildCareEd begins by creating an account. Registration is free, and you will need an email address that you can access. ChildCareEd uses that address to send account notifications and verification messages, so check it carefully for accuracy... Navigating Customer Username and Password at ChildCareEd
Confused about whether you should use DCDEE WORKS or DCDEE Moodle for your professional responsibilities? Understanding the difference can help you organize staff qualifications, complete training efficiently, and maintain stronger records; for practical classroom growth, explore Early Childhood Edu... What Is the Difference Between DCDEE WORKS and DCDEE Moodle?
Being a childcare director means wearing many hats. You guide teachers, keep children safe, and run a program families trust. Strong #leadership, clear #communication, ongoing #training, a protected #safety culture, and supported #staff make daily work easier and better for children. This short gu... How Can Childcare Directors Lead Strong Teams and Safe Programs?
Moving from Alberta ECE Level 1 to Level 2 can open a broader professional pathway while strengthening the knowledge you bring to children and families. Start building practical expertise with ChildCareEd’s Early Childhood Education course, which supports learning in communication, observation... How Do You Upgrade From Alberta ECE Level 1 to Level 2?
In the realm of child care, establishing clear and comprehensive parent contracts is a fundamental aspect of running a successful and professional childcare business. Parent contracts serve as a vital tool for both childcare providers and #parents, outlining expectations, responsibilities, and terms... Formats For Setting Up Parent Contracts
Accurate attendance, timely submissions, and clear payment records can protect a child care program from avoidable delays and confusion. The Financial Assistance for Child Care course can strengthen your understanding of subsidies, tuition, and budgeting, while the Child Care Administration course b... CCRC Child Care Provider Portal: How to Manage Attendance, Payments, and Approvals
Struggling to convert everyday challenges—illness outbreaks, staffing changes, or safety gaps—into clear, usable rules for your program? Creating well-written, practical policies and procedures helps you protect children, support staff, and build family trust. For a focused next step, co... How Do You Create Effective Policies and Procedures for a Childcare Program?