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Nevada Child Care Required Forms: Enrollment, Emergency Cards, Permissions
03/03/2026Keeping the right forms is a big part of running a safe child care program in Nevada. It helps you protect children, support families, and feel ready for licensing visits. It also helps staff know what to do fast in an emergency. #childcare #safety #Nevada Below is an easy, step-by-step guide to th... Nevada Child Care Required Forms: Enrollment, Emergency Cards, Permissions
How can I use feelings charts at home and in my classroom?
03/03/2026Introduction Feelings charts are simple pictures or words that help children name what they feel. Teachers and child care providers use them every day to help kids calm down, say how they feel, and learn to solve problems. A good chart is low-cost, clear, and visible at children’s eye level. ... How can I use feelings charts at home and in my classroom?
How can child care providers handle toddler tantrums, routines, and sleep?
03/03/2026Introduction You work hard every day to keep little ones safe, learning, and rested. This short guide answers simple, useful steps for dealing with toddler #tantrums, building steady #routines, and protecting safe #sleep in your program. It is written for child care providers and directors in a fri... How can child care providers handle toddler tantrums, routines, and sleep?
What should my 1-year-old be doing?
03/03/2026Introduction Wondering what a 1-year-old should be doing? This short guide helps child care providers and directors spot common #milestones and easy #activities you can use every day. We use simple ideas you can try in your room and link to helpful resources like ChildCareEd's 1-year milestone chec... What should my 1-year-old be doing?
How can busy directors fit staff training into an always-full day?
03/03/2026Introduction Directors wear many hats. You run the building, answer families, hire staff, and keep paperwork up to date. Finding #time for staff #training and professional #PD feels hard. This article gives quick ideas you can use right away. It is written for child care leaders who need practical,... How can busy directors fit staff training into an always-full day?
Hungry for Play: The Power of Play-Based Learning in Early Education
12/17/2024Play-based learning is an educational philosophy that recognizes the intrinsic value of #play as a vital component of a child's #growth. ChildCareEd believes it fosters creativity, critical thinking, and social skills, all while allowing children to explore their interests and #express themselves #f... Hungry for Play: The Power of Play-Based Learning in Early Education
Emergency Preparedness for California Child Care Providers: What to Have, What to Practice, What to Document
02/12/2026In California, an emergency can happen with little warning. Being ready does not mean you have to be perfect. It means you have a clear plan, basic supplies, and proof that you practice and update your plan. A good emergency plan helps you: Keep children safe and calm Communicate quickly ... Emergency Preparedness for California Child Care Providers: What to Have, What to Practice, What to Document
Can an HOA Stop You From Running a Licensed Child Care in Nevada?
02/13/2026You get licensed. You open your doors. Then your #HOA says, “You can’t run child care here.” So…who wins in #Nevada? The real answer is: it depends. HOA rules (called CC&Rs) can restrict what happens in a neighborhood, and the state licenses child care to protect health ... Can an HOA Stop You From Running a Licensed Child Care in Nevada?
Little Bites, Big Learning: Nutrition Month in Child Care
02/16/2026March is often celebrated as Nutrition Month, and it’s a great time to help children build healthy habits in fun, simple ways. This guide is for directors and child care providers who want practical ideas that fit real schedules. You’ll find easy classroom activities, kid-friendly snack ... Little Bites, Big Learning: Nutrition Month in Child Care
Activites with Shadows
09/23/2022Activities with Shadows Warmer weather and more hours of sunlight are coming. This means that it is time to play shadow tag and learn "what is a shadow?" Here are a few websites to collect new ideas. Making Shadow Puppets (www.sciencebuddies.org) The Ultimate List of Shadow Experiments for Kids... Activites with Shadows
