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California Child Care Ratios and Group Sizes by Age: Home Daycare Guide
07/10/2026Running a family child care home is important work. This guide gives clear, simple steps for California home daycares (FCCHs) so you can meet the rules, keep kids safe, and make day-to-day choices easier. You will see the main ratios, how to count staff and children, why rules matter, and ways to st... California Child Care Ratios and Group Sizes by Age: Home Daycare Guide
Daycare Center Requirements in Virginia
04/28/2026This short guide helps directors and providers understand the main rules to run a daycare in #Virginia. It is written for people who lead programs and want clear steps. Read the numbered lists and links, and remember state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. What are the basic ... Daycare Center Requirements in Virginia
How can we encourage good behavior in the classroom?
06/04/2026Every day in group care we want kids to feel safe, learn, and make friends. Good #behavior helps children join activities, learn skills, and enjoy school. As a director or caregiver you already do many things that help — friendly greetings, clear rules, and predictable routines. This article g... How can we encourage good behavior in the classroom?
Paper Airplanes
09/23/2022Paper Airplanes Good weather has returned! Everyone loves flying paper airplanes. There are classic methods, origami methods, and drawing methods. Check out this small sampling of websites. Enjoy! Classic folding methods from childhood but done the right way: How to Make the Wor... Paper Airplanes
Art Exploration for Kids: Colors, Textures, and Creativity
06/17/2026Art time can feel messy, joyful, and full of learning. This article gives you clear ideas and steps to explore #colors, #textures, and #creativity with young children. You will find simple invitations, set-up tips, inclusion ideas, and ways to document learning. How can simple invitations t... Art Exploration for Kids: Colors, Textures, and Creativity
Which Handwashing Activities Best Help Young Children Build Healthy Habits?
07/15/2026Handwashing is a simple, affordable, and highly effective way to promote healthier habits in early childhood programs. This article provides practical, classroom-ready activities and program-level strategies that help young children learn the five essential handwashing steps and apply them throughou... Which Handwashing Activities Best Help Young Children Build Healthy Habits?
How can I create developmentally appropriate activities for every child?
06/09/2026Creating activities that fit each child makes your day calmer and learning stronger. This article is for child care providers and directors. It uses clear steps, lists, and links to helpful resources from ChildCareEd and trusted sites. You will see simple ideas you can use today. Remember: state req... How can I create developmentally appropriate activities for every child?
Happy Groundhog Day
02/03/2023Happy Groundhog Day Groundhog Day offers a playful, research‑aligned opportunity to connect seasonal observation with developmentally appropriate learning goals. Use these hands‑on activities to teach observation, seasonal vocabulary, fine motor skills, and early science inquiry while supportin... Happy Groundhog Day
Maryland Conference Giveaway
04/12/2023Maryland Conference Giveaway If you don’t already, follow us on FB to win some awesome prizes! We're hosting a giveaway for the MSCCA conference. From now until May 4th, anyone who follows us on Facebook or signs up for our mailing list will be entered for a chance to win several p... Maryland Conference Giveaway
July 4th Fireworks in the classroom
06/27/2023July 4th Fireworks in the classroom Instructing children about the significance of July 4th can be a fun and educational experience. There are many creative ways to teach young children about the history of Independence Day. One approach is to focus on the symbols and traditions associated ... July 4th Fireworks in the classroom
