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How can child care providers build early literacy skills through play?
07/17/2026Play is the engine of early childhood development and one of the most practical, evidence-informed ways child care programs can build #early #literacy skills. This article is designed for providers and directors who want concrete, classroom-ready strategies that use everyday play to strengthen oral ... How can child care providers build early literacy skills through play?
What simple early literacy activities really help children learn?
07/06/2026Every day you can help children grow into readers. For #preschoolers, building strong early #literacy and a love of #reading starts with short, fun activities. These simple habits—talking, singing, reading, and play—build #vocabulary and early #phonics work without pressure. This artic... What simple early literacy activities really help children learn?
How can North Dakota child care programs lay reading foundations the right way?
07/07/2026Children in North Dakota start learning to read long before kindergarten. This article helps directors and providers plan simple, practical steps to build strong early reading skills. Why it matters: early reading foundations improve school readiness, behavior, and confidence. Two short reasons why ... How can North Dakota child care programs lay reading foundations the right way?
How can Florida VPK teachers use FAST Star Early Literacy simply and well?
04/29/2026This short guide helps VPK directors and #teachers make FAST using Star Early Literacy easy and useful. You will learn what FAST is, who must give it, how to set up accounts, how to fit testing into your daily routine, and how to use results to plan teaching. The language is plain, and the steps are... How can Florida VPK teachers use FAST Star Early Literacy simply and well?
How can we teach letters, numbers, and early literacy to young children?
05/22/2026Teaching letters, numbers, and early literacy is part of daily care. Teaching #letters and #numbers helps #literacy in your #classroom when you use #play. This article gives clear, simple steps for child care providers and directors. You will find: why it matters, play-based ideas, room setups, an... How can we teach letters, numbers, and early literacy to young children?
Falling for Children's Books
09/29/2022It’s finally fall so let’s fill your bookshelf with some fabulous fall books! These books are full of vibrant pictures, rhyming text, and fun fall vocabulary words to keep children engaged and learning all about fall! https://www.tiktok.com/@hhchildcareed/video/7148833783389687082... Falling for Children's Books
Why do repeated books, songs, and activities help children master new concepts?
07/16/2026You know the scene: a preschooler insists on the same story, the same song, the same block challenge—again and again. That repetition isn’t boredom; it’s one of the most reliable engines of early learning. In this article for child care providers and directors I explain, with pract... Why do repeated books, songs, and activities help children master new concepts?
How can Florida educators build strong foundations for infants, toddlers and K–3 readiness together?
06/22/2026In this short guide, we show simple steps that Florida child care leaders and teachers can use to help babies, toddlers, and young schoolchildren grow together. We focus on teamwork, daily routines, and easy ways to include families. You will see ideas for classrooms, screening and training. We us... How can Florida educators build strong foundations for infants, toddlers and K–3 readiness together?
Why Is Repeating Favorite Books So Valuable for Young Children?
07/21/2026Do you ever wonder whether reading the same story yet again really helps a child learn — or just tests your patience? Repeating a beloved book is one of the highest‑return instructional moves in early childhood: it builds vocabulary, narrative skills, and social confidence while maki... Why Is Repeating Favorite Books So Valuable for Young Children?
Cute Fall Picture Ideas Teachers Can Try in the Classroom
04/27/2026Fall is a great time to make simple, cute photos that celebrate the season and show children’s learning. Try these ideas in your #classroom to welcome the season and make keepsakes. Use pictures to build vocabulary, fine motor skills, and classroom community. These photo ideas are low prep, ... Cute Fall Picture Ideas Teachers Can Try in the Classroom
