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How Can We Plan Engaging Before- and After-School Activities That Balance Fun, Learning, and Safety?
07/16/2026Before- and after-school programs offer valuable opportunities to support children’s development, strengthen family trust, and provide dependable care around the school day. This guide gives child care directors and providers practical, evidence-informed strategies for planning routines and ac... How Can We Plan Engaging Before- and After-School Activities That Balance Fun, Learning, and Safety?
How can I turn viral crafts into real learning activities?
07/16/2026Viral craft videos and pinned projects can provide a steady stream of colorful inspiration, but the most popular idea is not always the most meaningful or developmentally appropriate for young children. Child care providers can turn trending #crafts into intentional learning #activities by identifyi... How can I turn viral crafts into real learning activities?
From Rags to Riches: Junk Art
12/22/2020"One man's junk is another man's treasure." Do you have any of the following materials lying around your house? ☐ Plastic bottles ☐ Foil ☐ Magazines and/or newspapers ☐ Paper bags &nbs... From Rags to Riches: Junk Art
How Can I Pass My OCFS Inspection: A New York Provider's Checklist?
07/01/2026Getting ready for an OCFS visit can feel stressful, but a simple plan turns the visit into a quick check of your good work. This short guide is for directors and child care #providers who want a calm, organized inspection day. It shows what to have in your files, how to track staff #training and #re... How Can I Pass My OCFS Inspection: A New York Provider's Checklist?
Daycare Temperature Regulations in Idaho: How Cold Is Too Cold?
07/06/2026Keeping children safe in cold weather takes clear rules, easy routines, and good teamwork. This short guide helps Idaho child care directors and providers decide when it is too cold to be outside and what to do instead. Use simple checks so your #children stay warm, healthy, and ready to learn. Reme... Daycare Temperature Regulations in Idaho: How Cold Is Too Cold?
How Can Child Care Programs Build Effective Outdoor Classrooms and Nature-Based Childcare?
07/21/2026Want to make your program greener, calmer, and more learning-rich without adding complexity? An intentional outdoor classroom can improve gross motor skills, reduce behavior challenges, and expand curriculum opportunities for young learners—while giving staff practical tools for daily use. For... How Can Child Care Programs Build Effective Outdoor Classrooms and Nature-Based Childcare?
ChildCareEd Inclement Weather & Emergency Closing Policy
02/12/2021Inclement Weather & Emergency Closing Policy Location: Gaithersburg Office Only This policy applies specifically to instructor-led, in-person trainings held at our Gaithersburg, Maryland location. To ensure the safety of our students and staff, ChildCareEd follows the Montgomery County Public ... ChildCareEd Inclement Weather & Emergency Closing Policy
At-Your-Own-Pace Courses for Early Childhood Educators
07/02/2026Being a director or teacher is busy work. At-your-own-pace courses let staff learn when they have time. These courses are flexible, practical, and often give a printable certificate. Many centers use them to meet staff needs and keep skills fresh. These #educators can take #selfpaced #training from ... At-Your-Own-Pace Courses for Early Childhood Educators
CEUs at H&H
02/23/2021What are CEUs? Continuing Education Units (CEUs), also known as Continuing Education Credits (CECs), help educators maintain their license to continue teaching. Education is never stagnant: there is always something new to learn. How many CEUs do I need? CEU requirements can differ from state t... CEUs at H&H
ADA Training Online in Nevada: Requirements, Access, and Inclusion
06/15/2026This short guide answers practical questions for Nevada child care directors and providers about online #ADA training, how to find it, and how it helps with #inclusion for #children in your care. You will get clear steps, links to trusted courses and resources, and simple tips you can use this week.... ADA Training Online in Nevada: Requirements, Access, and Inclusion
