Creating an inclusive environment is a must for providers who wish to deliver high-quality child care. Educators play an important role in ensuring all children receive the necessary supports they need to foster their development. When educators fully understand the processes of referral, IEP, IFSP,... Supporting diverse learners and special needs
Running, jumping, climbing, dancing, and throwing a ball do much more than strengthen children’s muscles. Physical activity also supports coordination, confidence, attention, emotional regulation, social development, and healthy lifelong habits. ChildCareEd’s self-paced Wellness in Act... Let’s Get Physical! How Movement Helps Young Children Thrive
Every day, child care providers can strengthen children’s balance, coordination, endurance, and confidence by offering short, purposeful movement experiences indoors and outdoors. This practical guide helps directors and educators plan safe, inclusive, and low-preparation activities that build... How can I build gross motor skills indoors and outdoors for the children in my program?
Young children need to move to learn. This short guide gives easy, safe, and fun gross motor games you can use tomorrow with your #preschoolers. You’ll find simple games, safety tips, ways to include every child, and ideas for fitting short movement breaks into a busy day. For more ready-to-us... Gross Motor Games for Preschool and Kindergarten
Every dollar saved on supplies or professional development directly expands what your program can offer children. This practical guide helps directors and child care providers identify the strongest sources of discounts, pair them with grants and donations, and build simple systems so savings become... Best Teacher Discounts for Classroom Supplies and Training
Starting a career in child care can feel big and exciting. This article answers one main question: how can Washington child care providers and directors begin their career with confidence using ChildCareEd? You will find clear steps, short plans, and links to helpful ChildCareEd pages so you can a... How can Washington child care professionals begin their career with confidence through ChildCareEd?
If you work in #early-childhood-education, you already know that professional #development is not optional—it’s part of doing the job well and meeting ongoing requirements. The challenge is finding training that is easy to access, relevant to your work, and budget-friendly. Subscriptions... Subscriptions at ChildCareEd!
Hey ya’ll Georgia peaches, April is Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness month. Did you know that in a 2019 study by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, Georgia is ranked 38th in the nation for a child’s well-being? According to a 2018 study from the U.S. Department of Health ... Georgia Child Abuse & Neglect Awareness
Children who refuse to talk to adults can feel scared, embarrassed, or overwhelmed. This article helps directors and providers in New York understand what might be happening and gives practical steps you can use right away. You will learn how to keep children safe, build #trust, and help a quiet chi... How can I support a child in New York childcare who refuses to speak to any adult?
As a child care provider or director in Michigan, you play a key role in keeping kids safe. This short guide helps you spot common signs of harm, know who must report, and follow the right steps. It also tells you where to find training and the Michigan reporting number. Remember: state requirements... How Can Michigan Child Care Providers Recognize and Report Child Abuse?