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How Can Preschoolers Learn to Recognize Small Quantities Without Counting?
10/16/2026When a preschooler glances at a few dots and knows “there are three” without counting, they are building an important foundation for number sense. You can nurture this skill through brief, playful classroom moments—and the [How Preschoolers Develop course] can deepen your understan... How Can Preschoolers Learn to Recognize Small Quantities Without Counting?
How Can You Choose CVC Word Activities That Match a Beginning Reader’s Skill Level?
10/16/2026A child who can name the picture but cannot hear the middle sound needs a different activity than a child ready to read and spell whole words. Match CVC practice to the skill each learner is building, and activities become more encouraging and informative. The Classroom Tools for Emergent Literacy c... How Can You Choose CVC Word Activities That Match a Beginning Reader’s Skill Level?
How Can School-Age Providers Build Vocabulary Beyond Word Search Puzzles?
10/16/2026A word search can spark interest, but finding “ambulance” in a grid is only the beginning of knowing what the word means and how to use it. Explore practical ways to turn a vehicle-themed puzzle into rich conversation, reading, and play—and deepen your approach with Language Develo... How Can School-Age Providers Build Vocabulary Beyond Word Search Puzzles?
How Can You Teach Classroom Visitors Your Handwashing Routine?
10/15/2026Every visitor who enters your classroom becomes part of the environment children share, so a clear handwashing routine helps protect the whole group without making guests feel unwelcome. Use the practical scripts and setup ideas below, and explore ChildCareEd’s Healthy Starts: Safety, Nutritio... How Can You Teach Classroom Visitors Your Handwashing Routine?
When a Calm-Down Corner Turns into a Punishment: How Can Educators Support Self-Regulation?
10/15/2026When a child is sent away to “calm down,” a supportive classroom tool can quickly feel like exclusion. Keep your calm-down space focused on connection, choice, and learning—and explore ChildCareEd’s Developing Program Tranquility course to strengthen daily practices that supp... When a Calm-Down Corner Turns into a Punishment: How Can Educators Support Self-Regulation?
How Can Directors Match a New Preschool Teacher with the Right Mentor?
10/15/2026A thoughtful mentor match can help a new preschool teacher feel supported, build on existing strengths, and navigate the real demands of classroom life. ChildCareEd’s Matchmaking for Mentors course helps providers consider different teacher needs, adult learning styles, and what to do when a p... How Can Directors Match a New Preschool Teacher with the Right Mentor?
Why Can a Child Skip Count from Two but Not from Six?
10/15/2026A child who confidently says “2, 4, 6, 8” may still pause when asked to count by sixes—and that difference can tell you more than whether the sequence was memorized. Build more responsive math experiences with Supporting School Age Development ONLINE, a three-hour course on develop... Why Can a Child Skip Count from Two but Not from Six?
What Screen-Free After-School Choices Engage Children Who Prefer Devices?
10/15/2026When a child reaches for a device after school, it may be a request for comfort, choice, or a satisfying challenge—not simply “screen time.” Offer inviting alternatives that meet those needs through movement, creativity, and friendship, and explore Balancing Active Play in Child Ca... What Screen-Free After-School Choices Engage Children Who Prefer Devices?
What Low-Cost Preschool Materials Still Meet Your Learning Goals?
10/15/2026Strong preschool learning does not depend on expensive kits; it depends on choosing materials with purpose. Explore CDA: Curriculum Alignment & Materials to strengthen your skills in selecting age-appropriate materials for different children and classroom centers, and use the ideas below to make... What Low-Cost Preschool Materials Still Meet Your Learning Goals?
How Can Real After-School Plans Help Children Learn to Tell Time?
10/15/2026When children ask, “How long until pickup?” or “Do we have time to play before snack?”, everyday after-school moments offer a natural way to teach time. Use real routines to build clock-reading, sequencing, and elapsed-time skills—and explore Watch Me Grow: School Age D... How Can Real After-School Plans Help Children Learn to Tell Time?
