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How can we bring a farmers market and fresh fruit activities to preschoolers in California?
04/30/2026Introduction This short guide helps child care providers and directors bring a lively, safe, and learning-rich #farmers #market full of #fruits to your #preschoolers in #California. You will get simple field trip tips, classroom and outdoor activities, pretend-play ideas, and ways to connect with f... How can we bring a farmers market and fresh fruit activities to preschoolers in California?
Fall Circle Time Ideas for Preschool and Daycare
05/29/2026Fall circle time can be cozy, short, and full of learning. Use these ideas to refresh your #preschool day with a calm gathering that builds skills, connection, and joy. Try to keep circle moments short (5–15 minutes) and change activities when children lose interest. These tips will help yo... Fall Circle Time Ideas for Preschool and Daycare
How can Oklahoma child care providers celebrate National Ice Cream Day safely and with learning fun?
07/01/2026National Ice Cream Day is a perfect chance for Oklahoma child care programs to mix smiles, learning, and community. In your #Oklahoma #IceCream celebration include #ChildCareEd resources, playful #sensory stations, and clear #safety steps so every child can join. Below are simple plans, activity s... How can Oklahoma child care providers celebrate National Ice Cream Day safely and with learning fun?
Flag Day
09/23/2022Flag Day falls on June 14. Early childhood educators can use the date to teach simple civic history, community membership, and respect for diverse perspectives — see courses like Cultures in the Classroom and Brighter Futures: Social Emotional Development for developmentally appropriate activi... Flag Day
Memorial Day Activities for Kids: Simple Ways to Honor the Day
04/30/2026Memorial Day can feel big for little children. This article gives simple, respectful ideas child care providers and directors can use to teach the day in a calm way. You will find easy crafts, quick classroom moments, safety tips, and ways to include families. Use short explanations, hands-on play, ... Memorial Day Activities for Kids: Simple Ways to Honor the Day
How can child care programs celebrate Latin rhythms and culture with young children?
07/15/2026Celebrating Latin rhythms and culture in early childhood settings can be both joyful and deeply educational. When approached respectfully and intentionally, music, movement, language, art, storytelling, and family participation can help children explore authentic traditions while strengthening ident... How can child care programs celebrate Latin rhythms and culture with young children?
How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Your Center or Daycare
04/30/2026iPlanning a short, meaningful Fourth of July celebration for your #preschoolers can be fun and low-stress. Keep celebrations calm, inclusive, and focused on learning through play. This guide helps child care providers and directors pick easy crafts, sensory play, movement, and simple lessons about f... How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Your Center or Daycare
How Can Child Care Providers Spot Early Development Concerns?
04/16/2026You work with children every day and can spot small changes others might not see. This article helps child care providers and directors notice early signs a child may need extra help and what to do next. It uses simple steps, real tools, and kind ways to talk with families. Why it matters: Findin... How Can Child Care Providers Spot Early Development Concerns?
Helping Children Explore Culture, Identity, and Belonging
05/26/2026Young children notice where they belong. As childcare providers and directors, we can make space for their stories, languages, and families so every child feels safe to learn and grow. This short guide gives friendly, practical steps you can try tomorrow. You’ll find easy activities, ideas fo... Helping Children Explore Culture, Identity, and Belonging
National Freezer Pop Day
09/28/2022What is National Freezer Pop Day? National Freezer Pop Day, observed each July 8, celebrates chilled flavored-ice treats that have been part of American summers for more than six decades. For child care professionals, the day is an opportunity to combine joyful summer experiences with instr... National Freezer Pop Day
