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Gross Motor Games for Preschool and Kindergarten
04/30/2026Young 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
How can I build gross motor skills indoors and outdoors for the children in my program?
07/15/2026Every 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?
Best Teacher Discounts for Classroom Supplies and Training
07/13/2026Every 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
How can Washington child care professionals begin their career with confidence through ChildCareEd?
06/02/2026Starting 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?
Subscriptions at ChildCareEd!
04/27/2022If 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!
Georgia Child Abuse & Neglect Awareness
04/05/2022Hey 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
How Can Michigan Child Care Providers Recognize and Report Child Abuse?
07/13/2026As 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?
How can I support a child in New York childcare who refuses to speak to any adult?
05/26/2026Children 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?
How Should Childcare Providers Recognize and Report Child Abuse and Neglect?
07/21/2026Are you confident you can spot the signs of abuse or neglect and take the right next steps? Early childhood professionals are often the first adults who can protect a child from further harm; effective recognition, objective documentation, and timely reporting are essential skills for every program.... How Should Childcare Providers Recognize and Report Child Abuse and Neglect?
What do child care providers in New York need to know about mandated reporter training?
06/25/2026As a child care colleague, you want clear steps to keep kids safe. This short guide explains what New York requires for mandated reporting. It uses plain words, helpful links, and quick lists you can use with your team. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. What is ... What do child care providers in New York need to know about mandated reporter training?
