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Need Help with Your CDA? Scholarships, Grants, and Tutor Support
06/23/2026Need help with your #CDA? This guide is for directors and child care providers who want clear, practical ways to pay for the CDA, get tutoring and portfolio help, and finish the process without stress. Why it matters: a CDA helps staff grow, improves classroom quality, and can lead to better pay and... Need Help with Your CDA? Scholarships, Grants, and Tutor Support
How did a backyard pool change water safety at California family child care homes?
06/23/2026Many family child care providers in California have a backyard #pool or care near a neighbor's pool. This story — and the safety lessons it taught — can help you keep children safe. Below you will find clear steps for rules, prevention, training, emergency action, and common mistakes t... How did a backyard pool change water safety at California family child care homes?
How Working with Children Supports Growth, Purpose, and Connection
06/23/2026Working with young children gives many of us a deep sense of meaning and joy. This article is for child care providers and directors who want clear, practical ideas about how this work supports professional #growth, personal #purpose, stronger #connection with families, and everyday #wellbeing. ... How Working with Children Supports Growth, Purpose, and Connection
How should Florida child care providers use the Empty Seat Check after hot-van deaths?
06/23/2026Every provider in Florida wants kids to be safe during rides. Keep an empty-seat check to protect #safety of children during #transportation and strengthen #supervision with clear #policies and regular #training. This article explains simple steps, records to keep, and what to do in an emergency. We... How should Florida child care providers use the Empty Seat Check after hot-van deaths?
How can Minnesota child care providers keep young children safe around Fourth of July fireworks?
06/23/2026Fourth of July is a fun time, but fireworks can be dangerous for little ones. This short guide helps Minnesota child care providers and directors plan safe, calm celebrations that protect children’s bodies and ears. You will find clear steps, quick checks, and helpful links to trusted resource... How can Minnesota child care providers keep young children safe around Fourth of July fireworks?
Las Vegas-Level Alertness: Preventing Serious Injuries in Nevada Child Care Through Reporting, Supervision, and Safer Routines
06/23/2026When a child is hurt at a child care program, everyone feels scared and upset. In Las Vegas, a child was found with his hands bound and the state found safety and supervision problems at the program after the incident. This article helps Nevada directors and providers learn simple steps to prevent s... Las Vegas-Level Alertness: Preventing Serious Injuries in Nevada Child Care Through Reporting, Supervision, and Safer Routines
How can child care programs keep kids safe on the Fourth of July in North Dakota?
06/23/2026Summer holidays bring fun and extra work for child care teams. This short guide helps directors and providers keep children safe from fireworks, big crowds, and hot weather in #NorthDakota. Use simple routines, clear roles, and family notes so the day stays calm and joyful for #children. For quick c... How can child care programs keep kids safe on the Fourth of July in North Dakota?
How can Michigan providers teach community and citizenship for the 250th anniversary?
06/23/2026The 250th anniversary is a great chance to teach children about community, rules, and being a good neighbor. In this guide, you will find simple, ready-to-use ideas for #Michigan child care programs. Use stories, songs, field trips, and small projects to help children feel proud and connected to t... How can Michigan providers teach community and citizenship for the 250th anniversary?
How can New York child care providers use active supervision to keep children safe around water this summer?
06/23/2026Summer means water play, field trips to pools, splash days, and heat — and it also means we must be extra careful. This guide helps New York child care directors and providers plan safe water days using simple, repeatable steps. You will get numbered checklists, staff roles, training tips, q... How can New York child care providers use active supervision to keep children safe around water this summer?
How can my Minnesota child care program prevent drowning this summer?
06/23/2026Summer brings fun water play — and real risks. This short guide helps child care directors and providers plan safe water days at your #Minnesota program. It gives clear steps you can use today, links to trusted resources, and checks to reduce the chance of #drowning. Keep this page with your w... How can my Minnesota child care program prevent drowning this summer?
