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Teaching Math to Young Children
03/30/2023Math concepts and skills can be taught to children and practiced through games. In this article we show how simple, play-based activities—like the Creature Spots game—support early numeracy, including counting, one-to-one correspondence, and cardinality. For guided professional developme... Teaching Math to Young Children
Bullying in Early Childhood
01/12/2021Bullying is commonly discussed for older children, but it also appears in preschool settings. Early childhood educators who notice and act on early patterns of exclusion or aggression can reduce long-term harm for both children who are targeted and children who use aggression. This article explains ... Bullying in Early Childhood
Why take CDA training with ChildCareEd? Free Resources
06/05/2023Why take CDA training with ChildCareEd's CDA Preschool Credential or the CDA Family Child Care Credential? If you need the 120 hours of formal training required for a CDA application, ChildCareEd offers self‑paced, online options that include portfolio supports and portfolio review services. Thes... Why take CDA training with ChildCareEd? Free Resources
How can school-age childcare programs prevent bullying?
07/16/2026Preventing bullying in school-age child care requires more than responding after an incident—it means creating a program culture where children feel safe, included, and confident seeking help. This article gives child care providers and directors practical, research-informed strategies for rec... How can school-age childcare programs prevent bullying?
A Path to Engaged Learning: Play!
03/31/2025Incorporating Play into Your Daily Curriculum: A Path to Engaged Learning As #early-childhood- #educators, we recognize the incredible power of #play in a child’s #development. Play is not just a fun way to pass the time; it’s a crucial component of learning that fosters creativity, pro... A Path to Engaged Learning: Play!
One, Two, Eyes on You: A Fun Way to Build Listening Skills
07/01/2026Young children learn listening with short, playful steps. This article gives a simple, classroom-ready game called "One, Two, Eyes on You" and shows how to use it to teach #listening, body control, and group play. Why does listening matter for preschoolers? Listening shapes learning. When ... One, Two, Eyes on You: A Fun Way to Build Listening Skills
The Senses and Montessori
11/30/2021Providers who want practical, classroom-ready guidance can start with our The Montessori Classroom: Theory to Practice and Montessori Foundations courses, both designed for busy early childhood professionals seeking hands-on sensorial strategies. For mixed-age programs, sensorial work can act as an... The Senses and Montessori
National Eat Your Vegetables Day June 17
06/13/2023Celebrate National Eat Your Vegetables Day with practical strategies for encouraging vegetable acceptance among infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Many early childhood educators use a combination of sensory exposure, predictable mealtime routines, and intentional modeling to reduce food neophobia ... National Eat Your Vegetables Day June 17
Traumatic Brain Injuries in Infants and Young Children
06/22/2021Protecting infants from brain injury requires awareness, prevention, and training. ChildCareEd courses such as Brain Injury Awareness in Young Children and Active Supervision help staff recognize risk factors, practice prevention strategies, and build practical response skills. What is Traumatic ... Traumatic Brain Injuries in Infants and Young Children
How Do Infants Learn Through Everyday Caregiving Routines?
07/17/2026Every diaper change, feeding, and nap transition is more than a task — it is a sequence of learning moments that build relationships, language, and regulation. Everyday #caregiving loops provide repeated, predictable interactions that shape infant brains, support secure #attachment, and scaffo... How Do Infants Learn Through Everyday Caregiving Routines?
