Ready to transform cardboard, bottle caps, and recycled containers into powerful learning tools? Using simple, low-cost items for #STEAM play invites curiosity, problem-solving, and language development in ways that packaged kits often cannot. Start by exploring practical techniques in Beautiful Jun... How Can I Use Everyday Materials for Meaningful STEM Exploration in My Preschool Classroom?
Young children are natural engineers, scientists, mathematicians, and artists when we give them time, tools, and trust. This practical guide shows how to use common, low-cost items to deliver meaningful, developmentally appropriate #STEAM learning in your #preschool program. You’ll get a sho... How can child care providers teach hands-on STEAM with everyday materials?
Hands-on play in a sandbox is perfect for early #STEM learning with toddlers. In this article, you will find simple science ideas that work in Minnesota daycares. The activities are low-cost and follow safe practices. They help toddlers explore, ask questions, and practice skills in your #daycare. S... Can Toddlers Do STEM in the Sandbox at Minnesota Daycares?
We here at H&H Child Care Training offer courses on individualized learning to help teachers like yourself support each child in your program. All our courses are IACET accredited and can meet DCF Training’s requirement for in-service hours. Individualized learning is a proc... Preparing Florida’s Youth for Tomorrow
Thinking about opening a small, caring place for children in your community? This easy guide walks you through the main steps to open a #daycare in #Florida. It is written for child care providers and directors who want clear, practical steps. We cover the first things to do, the training and backgr... How do I open a day care in Florida?
Keeping training records simple helps your team stay legal, safe, and skilled. This article explains how the Florida training registry works, how to add and track hours, why it helps with licensing and credentials, and how directors can use it to manage staff. Use the links to trusted resources suc... Florida Early Childhood Training Records: How the Registry Helps
Many of us start with a big heart for kids and a wish to help them grow. If you work in early learning or lead a program, this guide helps you turn that love into a real job in #Florida as a # teacher. It explains clear steps, smart choices about credentials, ways to pay for learning, and how direct... How do I become a teacher in Florida and turn my love for children into a career?
Why Sign Up for Group Admin? To all child care directors, administrators, and providers: Professional development is a must for your teachers, to have them grow and develop into more well-rounded instructors as they care for their students. Some are absolutely essential, such as ... Why Sign Up for Group Admin?
Among the many goals Quality Rated programs work hard to achieve, one of the main goals that should always come first is working collaboratively with families. Research has shown that building strong and effective partnerships with parents and teachers can help children and families thrive. Th... Welcoming All Families in Georgia
Georgia is investing in early reading. Small mini-grants are one way that child care programs and schools can team up to help children learn to read. These grants are usually quick, local dollars for books, training, or family events. For child care directors and program leaders, mini-grants can be ... How do Georgia's mini-grants help child care and schools work together to boost early literacy?