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What do Washington providers need to know about the 2026 WCCC subsidy cuts before July 1?
06/17/2026Washington child care leaders: this short guide explains the 2026 changes to Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) and what to do before July 1. It is written for center directors and family home providers in plain language. You will see practical steps, common mistakes to avoid, and answers to qu... What do Washington providers need to know about the 2026 WCCC subsidy cuts before July 1?
Teaching Sign Language Through Songs, Games, and Play
06/17/2026Teaching sign language through music and play is fun, simple, and powerful. This article gives child care providers clear steps to add signs to songs, games, and daily routines. You will find practical ideas, short games, and ways to include families and every learner. Use a few signs at a time, r... Teaching Sign Language Through Songs, Games, and Play
How should your Minnesota childcare program respond if a child was exposed to measles?
06/17/2026When a child in your Minnesota program is exposed to measles, quick, calm steps keep children safe and parents informed. This short guide helps directors and providers know what to do first, who is at risk, when to give post-exposure shots, and how to handle exclusion, cleaning, and reporting. For g... How should your Minnesota childcare program respond if a child was exposed to measles?
How can Michigan child care programs use CACFP and Summer Meals to keep children nourished when school is out?
06/17/2026Summer can be a happy time for kids — no school, more play, and outdoor fun. It can also be a time when some children miss the regular meals they get during the school year. As a child care provider or director in #Michigan, you can help by using the Child and Adult Care Food Program (#CACFP) ... How can Michigan child care programs use CACFP and Summer Meals to keep children nourished when school is out?
How Can I Bring the World Cup into a Multicultural Preschool Classroom in New York?
06/17/2026Many preschool classrooms in New York will feel the buzz of the World Cup — flags, songs, and family stories. You can use that excitement to teach kindness, geography, and pride without turning culture into a costume. This short guide gives practical, respectful activities you can start tomorr... How Can I Bring the World Cup into a Multicultural Preschool Classroom in New York?
How Can New York Child Care Providers Protect Children Now That Measles Is Back in 2026?
06/17/2026Measles is back in 2026 and it can spread fast in group settings. This short guide helps New York child care providers know what to do to protect the children in your care. Use simple steps you can start today, work with your local health department, and keep families informed. Remember: sta... How Can New York Child Care Providers Protect Children Now That Measles Is Back in 2026?
How can North Dakota child care providers protect children now that measles is back in 2026?
06/17/2026Measles is spreading again in 2026, and North Dakota has cases. This short guide helps directors and providers keep kids safe. You will find clear steps on what to tell families and how to work with public health. We focus on easy actions you can take today for #measles #MMR #vaccination #children #... How can North Dakota child care providers protect children now that measles is back in 2026?
How can Michigan child care providers protect children now that measles is back in 2026?
06/17/2026Measles is back in Michigan in 2026. Child care providers can help stop it. This short guide gives clear steps you can use today to protect #children in your care. Use simple routines, check records, and work with families and public health. This is about keeping kids #safe in #childcare with the po... How can Michigan child care providers protect children now that measles is back in 2026?
What should child care-adjacent providers in Minnesota watch for during Medicaid revalidation?
06/17/2026Medicaid revalidation is happening across the country and in #Minnesota right now. If you run or work near a child care program, this matters to you. Revalidation can change whether a provider can bill Medicaid and get paid. Read on to learn what revalidation means, why it matters for #providers and... What should child care-adjacent providers in Minnesota watch for during Medicaid revalidation?
How can Michigan child care programs use global events to teach diversity and inclusion?
06/17/2026Global events—like world holidays, news stories, and cultural festivals—give us real chances to teach about #diversity and #inclusion. In Michigan child care settings, these moments help children notice that people live in different places, speak different languages, and have different... How can Michigan child care programs use global events to teach diversity and inclusion?
