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Creative Martin Luther King Jr. Day Activities for Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten

Creative Martin Luther King Jr. Day Activities for Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten

03/10/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a good time to help young children learn about kindness, fairness, and caring for others. Child care providers and directors can use simple, hands-on activities to teach these ideas in a way that feels safe, playful, and meaningful. These ideas work well for preschool, ... Creative Martin Luther King Jr. Day Activities for Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten

Jello-O Day!

Jello-O Day!

09/22/2022

  July 12th easily directs us on what to do on Eat Your Jell-O Day! With plenty of flavors to choose from, you should have no problem finding one you like.   A Little Jell-O History Trademarked in 1897 by Pearle Wait of Leroy, New York, Jell-O is the novel and fun dessert loved ... Jello-O Day!

How can Minnesota child care providers celebrate National Ice Cream Day safely and with fun activities?

How can Minnesota child care providers celebrate National Ice Cream Day safely and with fun activities?

07/01/2026

National Ice Cream Day is a sunny chance to bring smiles, learning, and community into your program. This short guide helps Minnesota #providers plan easy, affordable, and inclusive ways to celebrate. You will find station ideas, simple hands-on activities, safety steps, and where to find training, ... How can Minnesota child care providers celebrate National Ice Cream Day safely and with fun activities?

Fall Circle Time Ideas for Preschool and Daycare

Fall Circle Time Ideas for Preschool and Daycare

05/29/2026

Fall circle time can be cozy, short, and full of learning. Use these ideas to refresh your #preschool day with a calm gathering that builds skills, connection, and joy. Try to keep circle moments short (5–15 minutes) and change activities when children lose interest. These tips will help yo... Fall Circle Time Ideas for Preschool and Daycare

Can Superhero Day Capes and Pretend Play Teach Children to Help Others?

Can Superhero Day Capes and Pretend Play Teach Children to Help Others?

07/15/2026

Superhero Day—complete with capes, masks, imaginative missions, and dramatic play—is more than a celebration. When planned thoughtfully, it can become a purposeful, play-based strategy for teaching young children about helping others, personal safety, cooperation, and community responsib... Can Superhero Day Capes and Pretend Play Teach Children to Help Others?

Celebrating Mother's Day in Child Care: Simple Ideas for Providers

Celebrating Mother's Day in Child Care: Simple Ideas for Providers

04/30/2026

Mother's Day can be a warm, simple time in your #preschoolers program when it's planned with hearts and common sense. This short guide helps child care providers and directors pick easy activities, keep celebrations inclusive, and avoid stress. You'll get quick crafts, management tips, family notes,... Celebrating Mother's Day in Child Care: Simple Ideas for Providers

Easy Pool Noodle Sea Creatures for Ocean Theme Activities

Easy Pool Noodle Sea Creatures for Ocean Theme Activities

06/18/2026

Bring a simple, sunny ocean theme to your classroom with foam, glue, and a little imagination. These easy projects use a #pool #noodle and a few low-cost supplies to make sea friends kids love. This short guide helps child care providers plan quick crafts that teach skills, fit into a schedule, and ... Easy Pool Noodle Sea Creatures for Ocean Theme Activities

Mother’s Day Gifts and Crafts Children Can Make

Mother’s Day Gifts and Crafts Children Can Make

04/30/2026

Mother’s Day can be a warm, creative time in your classroom. Small handmade gifts help children show love and practice skills. Keep celebrations simple, inclusive, and developmentally right for each age. Celebrate in your #preschoolers room with choices that let every child make something spec... Mother’s Day Gifts and Crafts Children Can Make

Mother’s Day Classroom Ideas Families Will Love

Mother’s Day Classroom Ideas Families Will Love

04/30/2026

Mother’s Day can be a warm, simple celebration in your program when it centers kids, choice, and respect for every family. This short guide gives practical, easy-to-run ideas that families will actually appreciate. Use flexible language, offer choices for who children make gifts for, and keep ... Mother’s Day Classroom Ideas Families Will Love

How Children Use Emotions to Connect with Others

How Children Use Emotions to Connect with Others

05/12/2026

Children use feelings to make friends, ask for help, and learn how to be kind. In your work as a child care provider or director, you see this every day. This article explains how children show emotions, how adults can help, and simple steps you can use tomorrow. You will find short lists and links ... How Children Use Emotions to Connect with Others

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