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How can Michigan providers teach community and citizenship for the 250th anniversary?
06/23/2026The 250th anniversary is a great chance to teach children about community, rules, and being a good neighbor. In this guide, you will find simple, ready-to-use ideas for #Michigan child care programs. Use stories, songs, field trips, and small projects to help children feel proud and connected to t... How can Michigan providers teach community and citizenship for the 250th anniversary?
How can New York child care providers use active supervision to keep children safe around water this summer?
06/23/2026Summer means water play, field trips to pools, splash days, and heat — and it also means we must be extra careful. This guide helps New York child care directors and providers plan safe water days using simple, repeatable steps. You will get numbered checklists, staff roles, training tips, q... How can New York child care providers use active supervision to keep children safe around water this summer?
How can my Minnesota child care program prevent drowning this summer?
06/23/2026Summer brings fun water play — and real risks. This short guide helps child care directors and providers plan safe water days at your #Minnesota program. It gives clear steps you can use today, links to trusted resources, and checks to reduce the chance of #drowning. Keep this page with your w... How can my Minnesota child care program prevent drowning this summer?
How can my New York program help sensory-sensitive children cope with fireworks noise?
06/23/2026Fireworks can be beautiful — and very hard for some kids. This article helps New York child care providers and directors plan and act so that noise-sensitive children can stay safe, calm, and included. You will find simple signs to watch for, practical prep steps, things to do during noisy n... How can my New York program help sensory-sensitive children cope with fireworks noise?
How can Michigan providers keep kids safe around the Great Lakes and backyard pools?
06/23/2026Summer in Michigan means lake days and backyard pools. As a child care provider or director, you want joyful water play and safe routines. This guide gives clear steps you can use today to reduce risks near the Great Lakes and home pools. It links to practical resources from ChildCareEd, the CDC, an... How can Michigan providers keep kids safe around the Great Lakes and backyard pools?
The Daycare Crash Drill: How Oklahoma Providers Can Prepare for Cars, Fire, and Sudden Building Emergencies
06/23/2026You work hard to keep kids safe every day. A car hitting a building, a sudden fire, or other building emergencies can happen fast. This article gives clear steps Oklahoma providers can use now. It focuses on three things: planning, supplies, and practice. State requirements vary - check your state l... The Daycare Crash Drill: How Oklahoma Providers Can Prepare for Cars, Fire, and Sudden Building Emergencies
How can Michigan providers keep children safe around fireworks this Fourth of July?
06/23/2026This short guide helps #providers keep #children safe around #fireworks in #Michigan with practical #safety steps. It is written for child care directors and teachers who plan classroom celebrations or advise families. Read the quick ideas, use the numbered checklists, and share them with staff. Why... How can Michigan providers keep children safe around fireworks this Fourth of July?
How Can Texas Child Care Providers Make Parking Lot Safety Real After the Boerne Preschool Crash?
06/23/2026On a winter afternoon in Boerne, Texas, cars crossed a fence and hit children and staff in a preschool play area. One teacher died, and several children and staff were hurt in the crash — a sharp reminder that the parking lot is part of your #safety plan. Read on for clear, practical steps you... How Can Texas Child Care Providers Make Parking Lot Safety Real After the Boerne Preschool Crash?
Should Washington Child Care Centers Rethink Parking Lots, Barriers, and Building-Side Safety?
06/23/2026When a busy road meets your program door, small choices matter. This article helps Washington child care directors and providers think clearly about parking, barriers, and the side of the building that faces traffic. You will get practical steps you can take now, low-cost ideas, and places to learn ... Should Washington Child Care Centers Rethink Parking Lots, Barriers, and Building-Side Safety?
When a Gas Leak Reaches the Daycare Door: How Can DC Providers Evacuate Fast, Use Warm Shelter Plans, and Talk to Parents?
06/23/2026When a #gas leak reaches your #daycare door, quick #evacuation, well-planned #shelter steps, and calm # parent communication keep children safe. This short guide helps DC child care providers and directors practice fast moves, set warm shelter plans, and send clear messages to families. State requir... When a Gas Leak Reaches the Daycare Door: How Can DC Providers Evacuate Fast, Use Warm Shelter Plans, and Talk to Parents?
