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Ah-Choo!
01/19/2021According to Active Health (2020), the immune system in young children isn't fully developed until they are 5- to 7-years old. Until then, many young children, especially infants and toddlers, are vulnerable to germs and contagions that are found on surfaces and in the air. Illness, while ea... Ah-Choo!
Cooking in the Classroom
05/31/2022Did you know that cooking in the classroom can help children learn many different key concepts? Not only does the experience of creating meals build a child’s self-confidence but cooking also lays the foundation for promoting healthy eating habits! Cooking can help children build ba... Cooking in the Classroom
Bullying in Early Childhood
01/12/2021When parents and teachers see news of bullying on the news, the focus is primarily on school-age children and adolescents; however, bullying does occur in children as young as preschool. Many oftentimes dismiss the signs of bullying as a rite of passage in growing up, but ignore the lastin... Bullying in Early Childhood
Garantizar Experiencias Seguras y Enriquecedoras: Supervisión Infantil Durante las Actividades de Verano en Baltimore
06/01/2023A medida que nos acercamos a la temporada de verano, se presentan numerosas oportunidades de diversión y salidas educativas para los proveedores de cuidado infantil en el área metropolitana de Baltimore. Sin embargo, estas oportunidades también requieren una supervisión i... Garantizar Experiencias Seguras y Enriquecedoras: Supervisión Infantil Durante las Actividades de Verano en Baltimore
Developmental Progression
02/16/2023Supporting children's learning of number and operations, geometry, patterns, measurement, and data analysis is made easier by teaching math through a developmental progression. Before entering preschool, children are already familiar with basic mathematical patterns and geometric shapes. Additional... Developmental Progression
Back to School Savings!
08/03/2022School is almost back in session so now is the time to complete those required training hours. ChildCareEd is offering several discounts on training. Begin the new school year prepared to create the most engaging classroom environment. Plan for enriching activities that promote skill dev... Back to School Savings!
Math and Montessori
11/30/2021Hey Georgia teachers, can you teach mathematical concepts to children as young as toddlers? Maria Montessori thought about this very question, and she responded with a definite yes! With her creation of certain materials and manipulatives, Maria Montessori was able to bring difficult... Math and Montessori
Math in Early Childhood
01/05/2021"...I have found that teachers often wrestle with two historically competing philosophies of educating young children. One philosophy embraces the importance of creating play-based environments, where children learn by exploring and engaging in play. The other emphasizes the need to prepare studen... Math in Early Childhood
Interested in Opening a Home Daycare?
03/26/2021Interested in Opening a Home Daycare? To become a child care provider, you first need to decide if you want to open a business in your home or if you want to create a center-based business. Below is a definition of each type of business: Family Child Care – You may pro... Interested in Opening a Home Daycare?
Get Prepared for your next Licensing Visit
06/01/2012A licensing visit can be a source of both #stress and anticipation for Maryland child care directors. However, with proper preparation, these visits can become a valuable tool for assessing and improving the quality of care provided. Here are some key areas to focus on as directors prepare for their... Get Prepared for your next Licensing Visit
