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How can earning a CDA in Michigan benefit child care providers and create new opportunities?
05/19/2026Many Michigan child care staff ask: is earning a #CDA worth the time and effort? This short article answers that question. You will learn why the CDA matters, how it helps your #career, the steps to get it in #Michigan, and ways to avoid common mistakes. We point you to helpful courses and tools f... How can earning a CDA in Michigan benefit child care providers and create new opportunities?
Mother's Day Weekend Activities
05/19/2023It's Mother's Day Weekend! This weekend was an exciting weekend for my family. We attended my nephew's wedding which was fantastic and I got to finally see my nieces since COVID! Both were married during the height of COVID and I couldn't attend. The icing on the cake is one of my nieces ... Mother's Day Weekend Activities
Can Superhero Day Capes and Pretend Play Teach Children to Help Others?
07/15/2026Superhero Day—complete with capes, masks, imaginative missions, and dramatic play—is more than a celebration. When planned thoughtfully, it can become a purposeful, play-based strategy for teaching young children about helping others, personal safety, cooperation, and community responsib... Can Superhero Day Capes and Pretend Play Teach Children to Help Others?
Safe sleep basics (and common mistakes to avoid)
05/26/2022What does “ #safe- #sleep” mean for babies and young #toddlers? Safe sleep means setting up a sleep space that lowers the risk of sleep-related injury and death. In child care, #safe-sleep also means everyone follows the same rules, every time. A simple way to remember the basics is th... Safe sleep basics (and common mistakes to avoid)
How can child care providers consistently implement safe sleep practices for infants and toddlers?
07/15/2026Safe sleep is one of the most important responsibilities child care professionals carry. This article provides practical, evidence-based steps for protecting infants and toddlers during naps and other sleep periods in care. It explains how providers can create safe crib environments, use appropriate... How can child care providers consistently implement safe sleep practices for infants and toddlers?
How can Safe Sleep Training help childcare providers keep babies safe?
06/10/2026Keeping babies safe during naps and sleep is one of the most important jobs in child care. This short guide explains how Safe Sleep Training helps your team follow rules that protect infants. You will find clear steps, helpful course links, and practical tips you can use today. The five most impor... How can Safe Sleep Training help childcare providers keep babies safe?
International Day of Non-Violence
10/07/2022October 2nd Is International Day of Non-Violence United Nations Observances - The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. ... International Day of Non-Violence
Daycare Teacher Certification Requirements in California
05/04/2026Keep your team supported, track paperwork, and use trusted trainings. Your work matters to children and families. For step-by-step help, use ChildCareEd resources throughout this article. If you work in early care, you want to know what skills and papers teachers need. This guide explains the mai... Daycare Teacher Certification Requirements in California
Free Online Child Care Training in New Mexico: Earn a Certificate
07/14/2026As a director or provider you already know that ongoing professional development strengthens your program, supports staff retention, and improves outcomes for the children you serve. This practical guide explains how to find truly free or low-cost online courses that issue certificates, how those ce... Free Online Child Care Training in New Mexico: Earn a Certificate
How Do I Create a Practical, Measurable Professional Development Plan for My Child Care Program?
07/22/2026Do you need a clear, realistic way to grow staff skills while meeting licensing and program goals? A focused professional development (PD) plan turns scattered trainings into a strategy that improves classroom practice, staff retention, and child outcomes. Get started with a practical course... How Do I Create a Practical, Measurable Professional Development Plan for My Child Care Program?
