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Keeping kids healthy! Tips and tricks
12/03/2024As the winter months draw near, the challenge of keeping children #healthy and active becomes increasingly important for #parents. The colder #weather often brings about a rise in common illnesses, such as colds and #flu, which can disrupt daily routines and diminish the joy of the season. However... Keeping kids healthy! Tips and tricks
How Can We Create a Healthy Childcare Environment?
05/19/2026Every day you care for children you are building their world. A healthy childcare environment helps children grow, learn, and feel safe. This article gives clear steps you can use today. You will find easy lists, simple routines, and links to helpful resources from ChildCareEd and public health ag... How Can We Create a Healthy Childcare Environment?
How can DC child care programs keep kids safe outdoors from insects, wildlife, and bites?
05/21/2026Outdoor time is great for kids. It helps them move, learn, and calm down. But in DC, we also need to watch for insects, ticks, and wild animals. This article gives clear steps for child care providers and directors to keep children safe while still enjoying play outside. You will find simple prevent... How can DC child care programs keep kids safe outdoors from insects, wildlife, and bites?
How can I keep children active indoors on cold days?
07/16/2026Cold weather and shorter days can challenge every #provider team as playground access becomes limited and young children still need frequent opportunities to move. Keeping children active indoors supports gross motor development, physical health, self-regulation, attention, and smoother classroom ro... How can I keep children active indoors on cold days?
How can Minnesota child care programs build a strong handwashing and hygiene routine?
07/09/2026Building a steady #handwashing and #hygiene habit helps keep children and staff healthy. This article is for directors and child care providers in #Minnesota who want a simple, practical plan to teach and keep the habit each day. You will find easy steps, teaching ideas, cleaning tips, diapering rem... How can Minnesota child care programs build a strong handwashing and hygiene routine?
How Can Michigan Daycare Centers Prevent the Spread of Illness?
05/15/2026Working in a Michigan daycare means keeping kids safe, healthy, and learning. This guide helps directors and providers use simple steps every day to stop germs. You will find practical routines, cleaning steps, illness policy tips, and what to do during an outbreak. Remember: state requirements vary... How Can Michigan Daycare Centers Prevent the Spread of Illness?
Can simple soccer games build gross motor skills in young children?
07/15/2026Simple, low-prep soccer games are an accessible and engaging way for child care teachers and directors to support whole-child development, including strength, balance, coordination, social skills, and self-regulation. Through playful, repeated practice and minimal equipment, educators can intentiona... Can simple soccer games build gross motor skills in young children?
How can family feedback improve program quality?
07/17/2026Family feedback is one of the fastest and most affordable ways directors and providers can strengthen daily practices, respond to family priorities, and demonstrate measurable improvements in program quality and child outcomes. This article offers practical, evidence-informed steps for collecting me... How can family feedback improve program quality?
How can Michigan child care providers prevent choking and deliver basic first aid?
07/10/2026Choking is one of the scariest emergencies staff can face. This short guide gives Michigan child care providers simple, practical steps for preventing choking and for basic first aid if an incident happens. Read the steps, share them with your team, and post your plan where staff can see it. Remembe... How can Michigan child care providers prevent choking and deliver basic first aid?
First Aid and CPR
05/23/2018Child care professionals must be ready to respond when a routine day suddenly becomes an emergency. ChildCareEd offers several directly related training options, including Pediatric Blended First Aid & CPR/AED Adult, Child, Infant, Pediatric RSV First Aid & CPR/AED, and Pediat... First Aid and CPR
