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Hydration tips for young children
01/23/2026Why is hydration so important for young children? Water helps the body do many jobs, like: keeping the body temperature normal (especially #outdoors) helping digestion and preventing constipation keeping energy and mood steady supporting attention and learning The tricky part is that... Hydration tips for young children
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
🍎 ¿Cómo pueden los hábitos saludables en el cuidado infantil moldear el futuro de un niño?
11/12/2025Cada niño merece un comienzo saludable en la vida. En los entornos de educación infantil, los maestros y cuidadores desempeñan un papel clave en la forma en que los niños aprenden a alimentarse, moverse, descansar y cuidar de su cuerpo. Estos hábitos diarios no s... 🍎 ¿Cómo pueden los hábitos saludables en el cuidado infantil moldear el futuro de un niño?
Tiny Tinkerers: How Messy Play Today Could Lead to Tomorrow’s Top Inventors
09/21/2024ChildCareEd discusses the significance of messy play in childhood #development, emphasizing its role in fostering exploration, experimentation, and hands-on learning experiences. Messy play encompasses activities that encourage children to engage creatively without the constraints of cleanliness, ... Tiny Tinkerers: How Messy Play Today Could Lead to Tomorrow’s Top Inventors
How Does Child-led Learning Elevate Winter Play?
01/20/2025This season, often associated with cozy indoor activities, can also serve as a vibrant backdrop for childcare learning, particularly through the lens of the Montessori philosophy. By embracing childcare training and the unique opportunities that winter presents, #parents and #educators can inspire c... How Does Child-led Learning Elevate Winter Play?
Trauma-Sensitive Care: Supporting Young Children with Empathy
12/12/2024Understanding and addressing trauma is critical for child care providers dedicated to creating #safe, nurturing, and supportive environments. ChildCareEd's training, "Trauma-Sensitive Care: Supporting Young Children with Empathy," equips professionals with essential knowledge and skills to foster re... Trauma-Sensitive Care: Supporting Young Children with Empathy
Ringing in Resilience: Simple Strategies for Trauma-Informed Early Education in 2025
01/01/2025Trauma-informed education is not just a trend; ChildCareEd believes it's a necessary framework that seeks to understand and mitigate the effects of trauma on children's #development and learning. This approach emphasizes the creation of safe, supportive, and nurturing environments where all ch... Ringing in Resilience: Simple Strategies for Trauma-Informed Early Education in 2025
Empower Your Staff with Effective Abuse and Neglect Training
05/27/2025In the world of #early-childhood-education, our most profound responsibility is to ensure the #safety and well-being of the children entrusted to our care. While we focus on fostering learning and #development, we cannot overlook the harsh reality that some children may face #abuse and #neglect outs... Empower Your Staff with Effective Abuse and Neglect Training
Basic Health and Safety: The Must-Know Training for Childcare Professionals
03/18/2025Basic Health and Safety Training for childcare professionals, which is essential for compliance with state and federal #health-and #safety regulations. This training is designed to equip all childcare providers with the necessary skills and knowledge to maintain a #safe-environment for children, foc... Basic Health and Safety: The Must-Know Training for Childcare Professionals
A Whisper in the Night: The Emotional Journey of Parents Navigating the Unknowns of SIDS
09/21/2024SIDS, characterized by the sudden and unexplained death of an otherwise #healthy infant, typically during #sleep, is a phenomenon that strikes fear into the hearts of #parents. The unpredictability of this tragic occurrence can #lead to heightened anxiety and emotional turmoil, making it essential f... A Whisper in the Night: The Emotional Journey of Parents Navigating the Unknowns of SIDS
