Giving medicine at child care is a big job. This article helps directors and providers make clear choices that keep kids safe. Read the short steps you can use today. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. Why does safe medication administration matter? 2) Good ro... How can child care programs safely handle medication administration?
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) helps young children name feelings, calm down, make friends, and solve problems. This short guide is for directors and #teachers who want practical, kind steps to bring SEL into your daily work with #children in every #classroom. It draws on practical ChildCareEd to... How can we support social-emotional learning in early childhood?
As a child care director or provider you work hard to keep children healthy. Keep your #food #safety #training shared with all #staff to reduce #allergies. This short guide helps you plan practical lessons, record training, and turn learning into daily habits. Remember: state requirements vary - c... How can food safety training protect children in my child care program?
Outdoor play is where children learn to run, climb, solve problems, and make friends. As a director or provider you help make that fun time safe. This short guide gives clear, numbered steps you can use every day. It also explains why safety matters and where to find helpful tools from ChildCareEd a... How can child care programs keep playgrounds safe every day?
Transportation moments are busy. Small mistakes can cause big problems, so planning helps everyone. This short guide gives clear steps child care directors and providers can use before every ride, walk, or field trip. It is written for busy teams and keeps ideas simple and usable. Why it matters: ... How can child care programs keep children safe during transportation?
Big feelings happen every day in your room. This short guide helps child care providers and directors notice feelings, calm a child in the moment, and teach skills that stick. Use the quick steps, scripts, and ideas here with your team. For deeper tools and printable resources, see Big feelings: Tea... How can child care teams help children manage big feelings?
These changes are coming fast. This short guide helps North Dakota child care directors and #providers get ready for the July 13, 2026 CCDF rule changes. Read the quick steps, pick one or two actions to do this week, and use the links to trusted resources. Why it matters: Families and funding: C... How can I prepare my North Dakota program for the July 13 CCDF rule changes?
Running a child care program means knowing the rules about how many children one adult can safely supervise. This quick guide helps directors and providers in North Dakota read the rules, plan daily staffing, and avoid common problems. These numbers are about keeping children safe, supporting learni... What Are North Dakota's Child-to-Staff Ratios by Age Group?
Many child care directors and providers are asking: What does New York’s new or renewed health care plan requirement mean for a small program or family home? This short guide explains the big ideas in simple steps so you can plan, protect staff, and keep children safe. It focuses on who must o... What Does New York's Health Care Plan Requirement Mean for Your Program?
This guide helps child care leaders understand the rules for being a program administrator in #Michigan. You will read about what schooling, work hours, and training you need to become a licensed #director. It also points to helpful courses and where to send paperwork. Remember: state requirements v... What Are Michigan's Program Administrator Requirements for Education, Experience, and Training?