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The Grinch Who Stole Snacks: How to Handle Holiday Food Allergies in Your Classroom
12/24/2024The holiday season is a time of joy, warmth, and togetherness, but for many #students, it can also be a source of anxiety and concern due to food allergies. As #classrooms prepare for festive celebrations filled with an array of delicious treats, ChildCareEd believes it is crucial to acknowledge the... The Grinch Who Stole Snacks: How to Handle Holiday Food Allergies in Your Classroom
How can North Dakota childcare programs plan healthy meals and follow CACFP?
05/13/2026Good meal plans help children grow, learn, and stay healthy. This short guide is for child care providers and directors in #NorthDakota who plan meals, follow rules, and work with families. You will find clear steps, easy tools, and links to helpful resources from ChildCareEd and North Dakota... How can North Dakota childcare programs plan healthy meals and follow CACFP?
How can child care programs ensure safe food preparation and mealtimes?
07/17/2026Safe food preparation and mealtimes are daily responsibilities that protect children’s health, support healthy development, and reduce legal and reputational risks for child care programs. This article provides clear, numbered steps that directors and providers can use immediately, covering sa... How can child care programs ensure safe food preparation and mealtimes?
How should we handle feeding and nutrition for infants and toddlers?
06/15/2026Feeding babies and young children in care feels important and sometimes hard. This short guide helps child care directors and providers with clear, simple steps you can use each day. You will find easy ideas for schedules, food safety, cleaning bottles, family partnerships, and calm #mealtimes. Wh... How should we handle feeding and nutrition for infants and toddlers?
Snacks to Send to Daycare: Simple Ideas for Parents
06/15/2026As a fellow child care leader, you know snack time is more than a quick nibble. It’s fuel, learning time, and a moment where safety and family expectations meet. This short guide helps you advise families on simple, balanced, and allergy-aware snacks to send to your #daycare. Use these ideas w... Snacks to Send to Daycare: Simple Ideas for Parents
How can SUN Meals and CACFP keep North Dakota children fed all summer?
06/22/2026Summer brings play, sun, and a gap in school meals. This short guide helps #childcare leaders and directors in #NorthDakota learn how SUN Meals (Summer Food Service Program) and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (#CACFP) can work together to feed children all summer. We explain steps to start, s... How can SUN Meals and CACFP keep North Dakota children fed all summer?
Rudolph's Recipe: Festive Nutrition Ideas That Won’t Break Your Toddler’s Sugar Meter
12/24/2024ChildCareEd believes the holiday season is a magical time filled with joy, family gatherings, and festive celebrations. However, for #parents of #toddlers, it can also be a challenging period when it comes to maintaining #healthy-eating habits. With an abundance of sugary treats and rich foods readi... Rudolph's Recipe: Festive Nutrition Ideas That Won’t Break Your Toddler’s Sugar Meter
Emergency Preparedness in Wisconsin Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
04/29/2026Every day you care for children you are also their first line of safety. This short guide helps Wisconsin child care providers and directors know what to have ready, how to practice it, and what to write down. Keep steps simple, use ready-made tools, and remember: state requirements vary - check you... Emergency Preparedness in Wisconsin Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
Emergency Preparedness in North Dakota Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
04/29/2026You care for children every day. When something unexpected happens, a clear plan helps you keep children safe and families calm. This article gives simple, practical steps for North Dakota child care programs on what to have, how to practice drills, and what to document for licensing. Remember: stat... Emergency Preparedness in North Dakota Child Care: What to Have, Practice, and Document
How to Renew Your CDA Credential Step by Step
06/09/2026Renewing your CDA can feel like a big task, but with a clear plan it becomes simple. This guide walks you through the rules, the exact steps, and smart ways to save time and money. Keeping your #CDA active shows families and employers you keep learning and caring for children the best way. ... How to Renew Your CDA Credential Step by Step
