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Be a Kid Again Day: Play-Based Learning Ideas for Teachers
07/13/2026Rediscover the joy of building, pretending, and exploring alongside children on National Be a Kid Again Day, celebrated July 8. To connect that playful spirit with intentional teaching, explore ChildCareEd’s Role of Play in Learning, a course examining how play supports early childhood develop... Be a Kid Again Day: Play-Based Learning Ideas for Teachers
Supporting Children Who Learn and Grow Differently in School
06/18/2026Every child brings individual strengths, interests, and support needs to the classroom. ChildCareEd’s Supporting Skill Development: Children with Special Needs course helps educators explore accommodations, adapt materials and equipment, and support children’s developing skills. This art... Supporting Children Who Learn and Grow Differently in School
Snack Time in Daycare: Healthy Foods and Safety Tips
06/30/2026Snack time is an everyday opportunity to nourish children and build positive eating habits. ChildCareEd’s Nutrition Essentials for Child Care Providers course helps educators understand children’s nutritional needs, read food labels, prepare and store food safely, and address allergies a... Snack Time in Daycare: Healthy Foods and Safety Tips
How can we build strong vocabulary through everyday conversations in child care?
07/17/2026Everyday moments — arrival, snack, play, and clean-up — are rich opportunities to build children’s word knowledge and confidence. Short, warm exchanges add up: they give children context for new words, repeated practice hearing and using them, and a safe place to try language. Pr... How can we build strong vocabulary through everyday conversations in child care?
How can we recreate Bluey's games in our classroom?
07/16/2026Bluey episodes offer early childhood educators a rich collection of short, imaginative games that can be adapted for classroom use without relying on additional screen time. By recreating games inspired by the show, teachers can encourage children to invent stories, negotiate roles, follow changing ... How can we recreate Bluey's games in our classroom?
How Can We Teach Preschoolers Through Play?
06/09/2026Play is not just fun — it is how young children learn. This article helps directors and providers plan, set up space, include families, and avoid common mistakes. You will find clear steps, simple tools, and links to helpful guides so you can try ideas right away. Why it matters: play builds... How Can We Teach Preschoolers Through Play?
How can we use Developmentally Appropriate Practice to make mixed-age groups work?
07/17/2026Mixed-age classrooms offer valuable opportunities for peer learning, cooperation, and community building, but they also require deliberate planning. This practical guide helps directors and child care providers apply Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) when children of different ages, abiliti... How can we use Developmentally Appropriate Practice to make mixed-age groups work?
CDA Practice Test Questions Explained: How to Choose the Best Answer
08/11/2026Do CDA practice questions feel deceptively simple, with two answers that both sound reasonable? Learning to identify the best response—not merely a possible response—can strengthen your exam readiness and sharpen your classroom decision-making. For structured preparation, explore CDA Pre... CDA Practice Test Questions Explained: How to Choose the Best Answer
How do I assign online courses to my employees?
06/19/2026As a director or provider, assigning online courses to your team can feel simple — if you have a plan. This short guide shows easy steps you can use today to set up an account, enroll people, assign courses, track progress, and keep proof for licensing. Use the ChildCareEd Admin Portal or a si... How do I assign online courses to my employees?
How to Become a Childcare Worker in Nevada: Requirements and Steps
07/13/2026Becoming a child care worker in Nevada starts with understanding your responsibilities and preparing to support children safely. ChildCareEd’s Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect course offers Nevada-specific instruction on recognizing warning signs, understanding mandated report... How to Become a Childcare Worker in Nevada: Requirements and Steps
