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Actividades culturales para niños pequeños: música, comida, arte y cuentos
06/17/2026A los niños pequeños les encanta explorar sonidos, sabores, colores e historias. Este artículo ofrece ideas simples, respetuosas y económicas que los proveedores y directores de cuidado infantil pueden usar con #toddlers usando #music, #food, #art y #stories. Cada idea ... Actividades culturales para niños pequeños: música, comida, arte y cuentos
Cultural Activities for Toddlers: Music, Food, Art, and Stories
06/17/2026Young children love to explore sound, taste, color, and story. This article gives simple, respectful, low-cost ideas child care providers and directors can use with #toddlers using #music, #food, #art, and #stories. Each idea is short, easy to adapt, and links to trusted ChildCareEd resources so y... Cultural Activities for Toddlers: Music, Food, Art, and Stories
What do Washington providers need to know about the 2026 WCCC subsidy cuts before July 1?
06/17/2026Washington child care leaders: this short guide explains the 2026 changes to Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) and what to do before July 1. It is written for center directors and family home providers in plain language. You will see practical steps, common mistakes to avoid, and answers to qu... What do Washington providers need to know about the 2026 WCCC subsidy cuts before July 1?
Enseñar lenguaje de señas a través de canciones, juegos y aprendizaje
06/17/2026Enseñar lengua de señas con música y juego es divertido, simple y muy efectivo. Este artículo da pasos claros para que proveedores de cuidado infantil añadan señas a canciones, juegos y rutinas diarias. Encontrarás ideas prácticas, juegos cor... Enseñar lenguaje de señas a través de canciones, juegos y aprendizaje
Teaching Sign Language Through Songs, Games, and Play
06/17/2026Teaching sign language through music and play is fun, simple, and powerful. This article gives child care providers clear steps to add signs to songs, games, and daily routines. You will find practical ideas, short games, and ways to include families and every learner. Use a few signs at a time, r... Teaching Sign Language Through Songs, Games, and Play
How should your Minnesota childcare program respond if a child was exposed to measles?
06/17/2026When a child in your Minnesota program is exposed to measles, quick, calm steps keep children safe and parents informed. This short guide helps directors and providers know what to do first, who is at risk, when to give post-exposure shots, and how to handle exclusion, cleaning, and reporting. For g... How should your Minnesota childcare program respond if a child was exposed to measles?
How can Michigan child care programs use CACFP and Summer Meals to keep children nourished when school is out?
06/17/2026Summer can be a happy time for kids — no school, more play, and outdoor fun. It can also be a time when some children miss the regular meals they get during the school year. As a child care provider or director in #Michigan, you can help by using the Child and Adult Care Food Program (#CACFP) ... How can Michigan child care programs use CACFP and Summer Meals to keep children nourished when school is out?
How Can I Bring the World Cup into a Multicultural Preschool Classroom in New York?
06/17/2026Many preschool classrooms in New York will feel the buzz of the World Cup — flags, songs, and family stories. You can use that excitement to teach kindness, geography, and pride without turning culture into a costume. This short guide gives practical, respectful activities you can start tomorr... How Can I Bring the World Cup into a Multicultural Preschool Classroom in New York?
How Can New York Child Care Providers Protect Children Now That Measles Is Back in 2026?
06/17/2026Measles is back in 2026 and it can spread fast in group settings. This short guide helps New York child care providers know what to do to protect the children in your care. Use simple steps you can start today, work with your local health department, and keep families informed. Remember: sta... How Can New York Child Care Providers Protect Children Now That Measles Is Back in 2026?
How can North Dakota child care providers protect children now that measles is back in 2026?
06/17/2026Measles is spreading again in 2026, and North Dakota has cases. This short guide helps directors and providers keep kids safe. You will find clear steps on what to tell families and how to work with public health. We focus on easy actions you can take today for #measles #MMR #vaccination #children #... How can North Dakota child care providers protect children now that measles is back in 2026?
