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Florida providers: Save money with subscriptions!
09/19/2022Florida providers, save on required annual training with ChildCareEd subscriptions. (See ChildCareEd subscription details: Florida providers: Save money with subscriptions!) Subscriptions provide access to both instructor-led Zoom courses and self-paced online courses; two commonly used options are ... Florida providers: Save money with subscriptions!
Can cleaning be a learning activity in child care?
02/23/2026Introduction: Why teach "care of the environment" while cleaning? Cleaning is more than chores. In child care, cleaning can teach skills like responsibility, motor control, and kindness. When children tidy up, they practice steps, solve small problems, and feel proud. This idea is sometimes calle... Can cleaning be a learning activity in child care?
How can child care programs prevent and control infections?
06/17/2026In child care, keeping germs away helps children learn and staff stay well. This short guide gives clear, doable steps for teachers and directors. You will find easy routines, policy tips, cleaning rules, and what to do in an outbreak. Use the links to ChildCareEd and the CDC for templates and tra... How can child care programs prevent and control infections?
What should an illness policy for child care include?
03/23/2026Introduction You work hard to keep kids safe and happy. A clear illness #policy helps everyone know what to do when children or staff get sick. Good rules keep the group healthy, lower stress, and make decisions simple on busy days. State requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. Why ... What should an illness policy for child care include?
Preventing Infectious Diseases in Illinois
12/24/2025Infectious diseases are illnesses caused by germs such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi. These germs spread easily, especially in childcare settings where young children #play, share toys, and are still learning #healthy habits. In Illinois childcare programs, preventing infectious diseases is a key ... Preventing Infectious Diseases in Illinois
What is Mpox and how to Protect the Children in your Care
09/22/2022Child care professionals are charged with reducing infectious-disease transmission in congregate early-childhood settings. This article summarizes the clinical features, principal routes of transmission, and pragmatic infection-prevention strategies for Mpox that are applicable to licensed programs ... What is Mpox and how to Protect the Children in your Care
How can I build family engagement in my Michigan program year-round?
06/30/2026Building strong family ties takes steady, small steps. This article gives directors and providers clear, friendly ideas you can use any day of the year to keep families connected, involved, and supported in your #Michigan program. You will find practical lists, easy communication tips, ways to use l... How can I build family engagement in my Michigan program year-round?
Free Things for Daycare Teachers: Resources, Training, and Certificates
06/24/2026Working in a daycare means you wear many hats. Good news: there are lots of #free supports made just for you. This article helps directors and teachers find no-cost trainings, printable classroom tools, lesson plans, grants, and certificates you can use for staff files. I link to trusted ChildCareEd... Free Things for Daycare Teachers: Resources, Training, and Certificates
How can DC early childhood educators keep children safe from poisonous plants during outdoor play?
05/21/2026Outdoor play is wonderful for young children. It helps them grow strong, learn new words, and explore the world. But plants can sometimes be #poisonous or cause rashes. This short guide helps DC child care directors and teachers spot hazards, prevent exposures, and act fast if a child is exposed. ... How can DC early childhood educators keep children safe from poisonous plants during outdoor play?
How can DC child care centers market smarter and fill open spots easily?
05/28/2026Running a child care center in Washington, DC is a full-time job. You care for children, guide staff, manage budgets—and you also must fill open spots so your program can run well. This short guide gives simple, practical steps you can start using today. It is written for directors and owners ... How can DC child care centers market smarter and fill open spots easily?
