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National Grandparents Day
09/22/2022National Grandparents Day In 1978, President Jimmy Carter declared the first Sunday after Labor Day to be National Grandparents Day. Each year, the president issues a proclamation to keep the tradition going. Grandparents and children have a special connection that is proven to both make grandpa... National Grandparents Day
Connecting Generations: Activities for Preschoolers and Seniors
07/02/2026Bringing young children and older adults together is simple and powerful. This article helps child care providers and directors plan short, safe, and meaningful visits so your #preschoolers and #seniors can learn from each other. You will find easy activity ideas, planning steps, safety tips, and wa... Connecting Generations: Activities for Preschoolers and Seniors
4 Tips for Starting a Childcare Business
07/13/2022There are many things to consider when starting a childcare business. Read on to discover four tips to help you succeed in this exciting career path for success. Hire Good People. If you want to start a successful childcare business, hire good people. Without staff, the child care facility is not ... 4 Tips for Starting a Childcare Business
Join Our Private Child Care Business Buyer and Seller Interest List
05/01/2026A Simple First Step for a Big Business Goal Buying or selling a child care business is a big decision. It can feel exciting, scary, and confusing all at the same time. Maybe you own a #daycare and are thinking about selling. Maybe you want to buy a child care center that is al #ready open. Maybe y... Join Our Private Child Care Business Buyer and Seller Interest List
Choose Your Child Care Business Path
05/13/2026There is no single way to enter the child care business world. Some people begin as #teachers. Some begin as directors. Some begin as #parents who see a need. Some begin as investors. Some begin as #center owners who are #ready for a change. Your path may not look like anyone else’s. But if... Choose Your Child Care Business Path
Starting a Child Care Center from the Ground Up: What Future Owners Should Know
05/07/2026Opening a child care #center is a dream for many early childhood professionals, educators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. A well-run child care #program can support working families, create jobs, prepare children for school, and become a trusted part of the community. But starting a child ca... Starting a Child Care Center from the Ground Up: What Future Owners Should Know
Starting an In-Home Daycare in Nevada: Requirements and Tips
05/28/2026Starting a small #home daycare in #Nevada means following the rules for #licensing, thinking about #safety, and building trusting relationships with #families. This article is for child care providers and directors who want clear, friendly steps to open a safe, legal program at home. state requirem... Starting an In-Home Daycare in Nevada: Requirements and Tips
How to Own a Preschool: A Step-by-Step Guide
07/20/2026Owning a preschool begins with a clear vision, a realistic business plan, and a strong understanding of licensing, staffing, budgeting, and daily operations. ChildCareEd’s online, self-paced Child Care Administration course helps future owners and directors develop the leadership and program-m... How to Own a Preschool: A Step-by-Step Guide
Opening a Daycare Is a Business Decision, Not Just a Dream
05/01/2026A Big Heart Is a Great Start Many people dream of opening a daycare because they love children. They want to help families. They want to build a warm place where children can learn, play, and grow. That dream #matters. But a daycare is also a real business. It has rules, #costs, staff, families, ... Opening a Daycare Is a Business Decision, Not Just a Dream
Child Day Care Director Credentialing Organization
11/10/2022Childcare program administrators have the challenging job of ensuring that programs offer developmentally appropriate experiences for the children, are supportive of the needs of families, and operate with sound administrative and fiscal management. As an administrator in a childcare program, ... Child Day Care Director Credentialing Organization
