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How can we support social-emotional learning in early childhood?
06/29/2026Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) helps young children name feelings, calm down, make friends, and solve problems. This short guide is for directors and #teachers who want practical, kind steps to bring SEL into your daily work with #children in every #classroom. It draws on practical ChildCareEd to... How can we support social-emotional learning in early childhood?
Elevate Your Career: From CDA Credential to Child Care Center Director in North Dakota with ChildCareEd
12/19/2023Embarking on a journey in #early-childhood-education and care is a rewarding endeavor, and obtaining a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential can be a significant stepping stone toward #career advancement. In North Dakota, this credential not only signifies a professional commitment to excelle... Elevate Your Career: From CDA Credential to Child Care Center Director in North Dakota with ChildCareEd
How can New York child care programs teach conflict resolution and sharing?
07/08/2026Working in New York child care means you see small moments of upset and small chances to teach skills. This article gives simple, practical steps for directors and #teachers to teach #conflict resolution and #sharing every day. You will find short scripts, room ideas, ways to help children who strug... How can New York child care programs teach conflict resolution and sharing?
How can preschool teachers teach friendship skills with activities and role-play?
03/12/2026Introduction Friendship skills help young children play, solve problems, and feel safe at school. This article gives simple, practical ideas you can use tomorrow in your classroom. We focus on short activities, role-play, and quick scripts that preschoolers can learn and repeat. Why it matters: 1... How can preschool teachers teach friendship skills with activities and role-play?
How Can We Help Children Make Friends?
05/15/2026Making friends is one of the biggest gifts we give children. As child care providers you can guide small steps that add up to strong #friendship, better #empathy, more #sharing, joyful #play, and confident #preschoolers. Below are practical, easy-to-use ideas you can try tomorrow. When you use sho... How Can We Help Children Make Friends?
🌟Will You Be My Friend? Celebrating National Friendship Day in Early Childhood Classrooms
07/30/2025🌟Will You Be My Friend? Celebrating National Friendship Day in Early Childhood Classrooms Friendship is a foundational socioemotional asset that early childhood professionals can deliberately cultivate. In early childhood settings, peer relationships scaffold children's emerging capacities to ... 🌟Will You Be My Friend? Celebrating National Friendship Day in Early Childhood Classrooms
Surprising Sneaky Skills Childcare Educators Gain from Certification Programs
10/28/2024Childcare educators play a vital role in nurturing young minds and face challenges like varied learner needs and higher expectations. ChildCareEd explains how certification programs build practical skills and boost confidence for early childhood professionals. Our 30-hour CDA bridge bundle is one p... Surprising Sneaky Skills Childcare Educators Gain from Certification Programs
What Will the Future of Early Childhood Education and Care Look Like?
07/21/2026Are you ready to lead change in early childhood education and care (ECEC)? The coming decade will demand new skills—from navigating shifting policy and funding landscapes to integrating evidence-based technology and strengthening workforce development. If you want practical, applicable trainin... What Will the Future of Early Childhood Education and Care Look Like?
CPR for childcare providers: what to know
05/04/2022What is CPR, and why is it important in child care? CPR stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. It is an #emergency skill used when a person is not breathing normally or their heart has stopped. In child care, CPR #matters because: Young children can #choke more easily Allergic reactions can ... CPR for childcare providers: what to know
Pediatric and Adult First Aid and CPR Certification
10/27/2023In a world where #safety and #preparedness are of utmost importance, having the knowledge and skills to respond to #emergency situations is crucial. ChildCareEd offers a First Aid & CPR AED Blended Learning Course designed to equip individuals with life-saving skills for infants and adul... Pediatric and Adult First Aid and CPR Certification
