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How Can Play-Based Observation Make Year-End Progress Reports More Meaningful?
11/12/2026Children reveal remarkable learning when they build, pretend, negotiate, explore, and try again—but busy educators can find it hard to turn those moments into clear year-end reports. Preschool Assessments & Observations offers practical learning in objective observation, appropriate assess... How Can Play-Based Observation Make Year-End Progress Reports More Meaningful?
How Can Childcare Directors Prepare for January Enrollment Changes?
11/12/2026January can bring classroom transitions, new family start dates, schedule changes, and unexpected withdrawals—all while your team is returning from the holiday break. A clear plan helps you protect continuity for children, support families, and make sound staffing and budget decisions; Child C... How Can Childcare Directors Prepare for January Enrollment Changes?
How Can Child Care Providers Stay Informed About Subsidy Eligibility and Payment Changes in 2027?
11/12/2026Subsidy rules and payment practices can change quickly, affecting family access and a program’s cash flow. Build a practical system for tracking official updates, preparing staff, and communicating clearly with families; Financial Assistance for Child Care can help you strengthen your understa... How Can Child Care Providers Stay Informed About Subsidy Eligibility and Payment Changes in 2027?
How Can Preschool Teachers Make Germ Prevention Fun During National Handwashing Awareness Week?
11/12/2026Preschoolers learn healthy habits best when they can see, sing, play, and practice—not just hear reminders. For a deeper foundation in hygiene policies and infectious-disease prevention, explore ChildCareEd’s Shoo, Germs! Don’t Bother Me!; it can help strengthen your classroom prac... How Can Preschool Teachers Make Germ Prevention Fun During National Handwashing Awareness Week?
How Can Child Care Providers Teach Preschoolers About Fairness and Community on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
11/12/2026Preschoolers can begin to understand fairness when they see it in the stories, choices, and relationships around them. For Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027, build a thoughtful, age-appropriate experience with practical strategies from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Education and Building Equity:... How Can Child Care Providers Teach Preschoolers About Fairness and Community on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
What Does Recent National Data Reveal About the Cost of Child Care in America?
11/12/2026When child care costs more than a family can manage, parents may have to change work plans—and providers are often left navigating the strain alongside them. Recent national data helps explain why affordability and access remain linked challenges; ChildCareEd’s Financial Assistance for C... What Does Recent National Data Reveal About the Cost of Child Care in America?
How Can Child Care Providers Celebrate World Children’s Day 2026 by Teaching Kindness, Fairness, and Voice?
11/12/2026Children learn their rights most powerfully when they experience respect, fairness, and genuine listening in everyday moments. As you prepare for World Children’s Day on November 20, 2026, explore Brighter Futures: Social Emotional Development to strengthen your understanding of children&rsquo... How Can Child Care Providers Celebrate World Children’s Day 2026 by Teaching Kindness, Fairness, and Voice?
How Can Early Childhood Classrooms Celebrate Black History and Achievement in 2027?
11/12/2026Black History Month can be more than a February theme: it can help children see themselves, their classmates, and their community with greater respect and curiosity. For practical tools to build inclusive classroom practices, explore ChildCareEd’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Education ... How Can Early Childhood Classrooms Celebrate Black History and Achievement in 2027?
What Does the 2026 Childcare Workforce Crisis Mean for Providers?
11/12/2026Rising costs, persistent vacancies, and educator burnout are putting pressure on programs that families and communities rely on. Directors cannot solve every structural problem alone, but practical workforce strategies can strengthen daily operations and support the people who make quality care poss... What Does the 2026 Childcare Workforce Crisis Mean for Providers?
Can You Get Your CDA Certification Completely Online?
10/03/2026Could you complete CDA preparation around a demanding child care schedule? You can complete much of the education and portfolio preparation online; a relevant option is ChildCareEd’s CDA Preschool Credential with Portfolio Review, a self-paced 120-hour course that covers all eight subject area... Can You Get Your CDA Certification Completely Online?
