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Pay Equity Is a Compliance Story Too: What DC Providers Need to Know About Minimum Salary Rules for Early Educators
06/25/2026If you run or lead a child care program in #DC, this short guide helps you understand new minimum salary rules, the Pay Equity Fund and what to do next. It explains the basics in simple steps and links to local resources for action. This is written for directors and providers so that you can us... Pay Equity Is a Compliance Story Too: What DC Providers Need to Know About Minimum Salary Rules for Early Educators
How Can Teachers Build Learning Centers on a Tight Budget?
09/04/2026Can a thoughtfully designed learning center really begin with a cardboard box, a few containers, and a clear plan? Absolutely. With intentional selection, safe preparation, and purposeful organization, providers can create rich experiences while protecting limited program funds; Spicing Up the Class... How Can Teachers Build Learning Centers on a Tight Budget?
How Can Child Care Providers Encourage Creative Play Without Giving Too Many Instructions?
09/26/2026Children’s most inventive play often begins when adults resist the urge to explain what to do next. If you want to strengthen children’s creativity while still supporting learning and safety, The Best Promotion is Play offers a focused next step, with practical ways to understand play an... How Can Child Care Providers Encourage Creative Play Without Giving Too Many Instructions?
How Can Open-Ended Summer Art Encourage Planning and Creativity?
09/23/2026What if a summer art invitation could help children plan, experiment, and express original ideas without requiring identical results? Open-ended experiences give providers practical ways to strengthen creativity, language, fine-motor development, and problem solving; Beautiful Junk: Using Recycled M... How Can Open-Ended Summer Art Encourage Planning and Creativity?
Can recycled materials build real creativity in early childhood classrooms?
07/28/2026What if the bin behind your classroom could become the richest source of learning? Using everyday recyclables in intentional, open-ended ways gives teachers low-cost tools to boost children’s problem solving, fine motor skills, and expressive language while earning professional development tha... Can recycled materials build real creativity in early childhood classrooms?
Preschool Schedule That Works: When to Plan Centers, Circle Time, and Outdoor Play
08/18/2026A preschool day can feel rushed when centers, circle time, and outdoor play compete for the same limited minutes. A thoughtful rhythm protects meaningful play, supports children’s self-regulation, and gives educators time to teach intentionally; for deeper professional learning, explore Every ... Preschool Schedule That Works: When to Plan Centers, Circle Time, and Outdoor Play
How Can Child Care Providers Create a Preschool Schedule That Supports Learning and Well-Being?
08/31/2026A preschool schedule should do more than keep the clock moving—it should help children feel secure, engaged, and ready to learn. For practical strategies to design calmer routines and smoother transitions, explore Every Moment Matters: Schedules and Transitions, which can strengthen classroom ... How Can Child Care Providers Create a Preschool Schedule That Supports Learning and Well-Being?
How can outdoor learning help young children grow and learn?
06/30/2026Outdoor learning is a simple, powerful way to help young children move, explore, and learn. This article is for child care providers and directors who want clear ideas they can use tomorrow. You will find why outdoor time matters, how to plan activities for every season, how to keep children safe, a... How can outdoor learning help young children grow and learn?
How Much Outdoor Play Do Preschoolers Need Each Day?
09/21/2026Preschoolers need more than an occasional trip outside—they need frequent opportunities to move, explore, and recover throughout the day. For practical guidance on balancing active, creative, and quiet periods, explore Balancing Active Play in Child Care, which can help providers strengthen sc... How Much Outdoor Play Do Preschoolers Need Each Day?
How Can Preschool Movement Build Stronger, More Inclusive Learning?
08/31/2026Preschool movement is more than a way to release energy—it is a powerful context for learning, connection, and confidence. Explore Balancing Physically Active Play in Child Care to strengthen your planning of active, creative, and quiet experiences while building practical professional knowled... How Can Preschool Movement Build Stronger, More Inclusive Learning?
