Michigan recognizes the critical role high-quality early childhood education (ECE) plays in fostering the development of young children. As an early childhood educator in Michigan, you contribute significantly to shaping young minds. Earning your Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential signifie... Future of the Young Child, Classroom, and Family
The Montessori educational method has been around for over 100 years! The focus of the Montessori method is the dynamic triad of child, teacher, and environment. One of the teacher’s roles is to guide the child through what Maria Montessori termed as the 'prepared environ... Professional Development for Montessori Educators and Quality Rated
Are you Ready? Here Are Some Tips to Keep Everyone Healthy for the Year! Where did the time go?!? School is here! One of the most important documents to check in each child's file is their immunization record. Each child and adult with an up-to-date immunization record will help minimize the chan... Healthy Tips for Back to School
Finding Child-Friendly Activities in PG County Maryland Prince George’s County Marland is full of #culture and #history. Bordering the eastern portion of Washington, D.C., PG is conveniently located near a number of #child-friendly sites. Patuxent Research Refuge Established to f... Finding Child-Friendly Activities in PG County Maryland
H&H Child Care Training Center is an internationally accredited organization that provides continuing education and CEU’s specialized in Early Childhood Education (ECE). H&H offers certification tracks for professional development including but not limited to: ... New Hampshire Required Trainings
Teaching numbers to #preschoolers can be a challenging task, but it doesn't have to be boring! In this article, we'll show you some exciting activities that will make counting fun and engaging for your little ones. With the right approach, you can nurture children's numeracy skills while keeping the... Counting Fun for Preschoolers: Engaging Activities to Teach and Explore Numbers
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye-bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (for example, crawling and walking). Children develop at their own pace, so it&rsqu... Child Growth and Development
Cultural understanding and acceptance are essential concepts for all human beings across the world. When we begin teaching these concepts to our youngest children, we put them on the path to becoming compassionate and empathetic towards others. Teachers who have the knowledge and skills to celebra... Cultures in the Classroom
Early childhood education, encompassing the years from birth to age eight, is a critical period that lays the groundwork for a child's lifelong learning, #development, and success. This article explores the multifaceted importance of #early-childhood education and why it should be a priority for f... The Foundation of Future Success: Why Early Childhood Education Matters
In the world of #early-childhood education, play is not just a form of entertainment, but a powerful tool for learning and #development. Research has shown that play supports the growth of cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills in young children. It fosters creativity, problem-solving abi... The Power of Play: Unleashing Potential in Early Childhood Education