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How to Plan Your Annual Training Hours in North Dakota After SB 2107
02/13/2026This short guide helps child care leaders plan yearly #training so your program stays in good standing after #SB2107. It’s for #NorthDakota #providers who need to meet annual training hours, without last-minute stress. Use this plan to track hours, pick approved topics, and keep your paperwork... How to Plan Your Annual Training Hours in North Dakota After SB 2107
How can we support all children in all areas of development?
02/13/2026Introduction: Why should we care about whole-child support? Every child grows in many ways at once. When we support the whole child, we help children learn to move, talk, think, and get along with others. This matters because early help makes a big difference in a child’s life. See Supporting... How can we support all children in all areas of development?
How can teachers support children's development while keeping a controlled classroom?
02/13/2026Introduction Child care providers need ways to help young kids grow and keep the room calm and safe. This article gives clear, useful steps you can use right away. We focus on simple routines, kind limits, and teaching skills so children learn to behave. You will see links to helpful resources from... How can teachers support children's development while keeping a controlled classroom?
Emergency Preparedness for California Child Care Providers: What to Have, What to Practice, What to Document
02/12/2026In California, an emergency can happen with little warning. Being ready does not mean you have to be perfect. It means you have a clear plan, basic supplies, and proof that you practice and update your plan. A good emergency plan helps you: Keep children safe and calm Communicate quickly ... Emergency Preparedness for California Child Care Providers: What to Have, What to Practice, What to Document
How can parents and child care providers make drop-off and pick-up less stressful?
02/12/2026Introduction Drop-off and pick-up are the busiest times of the day for families and programs. These minutes can be hard for children, parents, and staff. Simple changes help kids feel safe and help adults feel calm. In this article we share easy, practical ideas for both parents and child care prov... How can parents and child care providers make drop-off and pick-up less stressful?
Texas Rising Star: Staff Training Plans, Documentation Tips, and PD Ideas for Directors
02/12/2026Running a Texas Rising Star (TRS) program can feel like you are doing two big jobs at once: improving quality and keeping great records. The good news is that a simple training plan and an easy documentation system can make TRS much less stressful for directors and teachers. What is Texas Rising ... Texas Rising Star: Staff Training Plans, Documentation Tips, and PD Ideas for Directors
Teaching children to listen: simple phrases that work
07/19/2022Why do young children struggle to listen sometimes? Listening is a skill, not just a choice. Many children are still #learning how to stop, look, think, and follow directions—especially when they are excited, tired, hungry, or upset. Children may not listen well when: The room is loud or ... Teaching children to listen: simple phrases that work
CPR for childcare providers: what to know
05/04/2022What is CPR, and why is it important in child care? CPR stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. It is an #emergency skill used when a person is not breathing normally or their heart has stopped. In child care, CPR #matters because: Young children can #choke more easily Allergic reactions can ... CPR for childcare providers: what to know
Early literacy at home: reading tips for busy parents
07/14/2022What is “ #early-literacy,” and what does it look like at #home? Early literacy is the set of skills children use before they become readers. It includes: Enjoying #books and stories Knowing that print (words) has meaning Learning new words (vocabulary) Hearing sounds in words (li... Early literacy at home: reading tips for busy parents
Sun safety for children in child care
05/02/2022Why does #sun #safety #matter in child care? Sunlight helps our bodies make vitamin D, and #outdoor- #play is great for #learning and movement. But too much sun can hurt a child’s skin and eyes. A bad sunburn in childhood can also raise the risk of skin problems later in life. In child care,... Sun safety for children in child care
