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Bullying or Peer Conflict? What Should After-School Staff Look For?
10/16/2026A disagreement over teams or a repeated campaign of exclusion can look similar at first—but children need different kinds of support in each situation. The online course Be Loud, No Bullying Allowed can help you recognize bullying and strengthen prevention and response practices; pairing that ... Bullying or Peer Conflict? What Should After-School Staff Look For?
How Can Child Care Providers Help Children Repair a Conflict Beyond “Say Sorry”?
10/16/2026A quick “sorry” may quiet a disagreement, but it does not always help children understand what happened or how to reconnect. The You’re Not My Friend Anymore: Learning Conflict Resolution course offers focused professional learning on developmentally appropriate ways to guide child... How Can Child Care Providers Help Children Repair a Conflict Beyond “Say Sorry”?
How Can Fall Foods Help Children Explore Family Traditions?
10/16/2026Fall foods can turn a classroom activity into a meaningful invitation for children to share who they are and what their families enjoy. Try the Sorting Mat - Fruits or Vegetables to spark conversation through familiar autumn produce, and consider Health and Nutrition for practical learning about chi... How Can Fall Foods Help Children Explore Family Traditions?
How Can Preschoolers Learn to Explain Hunger, Thirst, and Other Body Needs?
10/16/2026When a preschooler says “I’m hungry,” melts down, or keeps playing past the point of thirst, they may need help noticing what their body is communicating. With calm check-ins, practical routines, and familiar body-part words, providers can help children describe needs and ask for s... How Can Preschoolers Learn to Explain Hunger, Thirst, and Other Body Needs?
How Can Preschool Snack-Time Conversations Honor Food Preferences and Build Learning?
10/16/2026A child who says “No, I don’t like that” is offering more than a food opinion—they are practicing language, choice, and self-advocacy. With a few thoughtful prompts, snack can become a welcoming moment for conversation and early literacy without pressuring children to eat. Ex... How Can Preschool Snack-Time Conversations Honor Food Preferences and Build Learning?
How Can Preschoolers Learn to Recognize Small Quantities Without Counting?
10/16/2026When a preschooler glances at a few dots and knows “there are three” without counting, they are building an important foundation for number sense. You can nurture this skill through brief, playful classroom moments—and the [How Preschoolers Develop course] can deepen your understan... How Can Preschoolers Learn to Recognize Small Quantities Without Counting?
How Can You Choose CVC Word Activities That Match a Beginning Reader’s Skill Level?
10/16/2026A child who can name the picture but cannot hear the middle sound needs a different activity than a child ready to read and spell whole words. Match CVC practice to the skill each learner is building, and activities become more encouraging and informative. The Classroom Tools for Emergent Literacy c... How Can You Choose CVC Word Activities That Match a Beginning Reader’s Skill Level?
How Can School-Age Providers Build Vocabulary Beyond Word Search Puzzles?
10/16/2026A word search can spark interest, but finding “ambulance” in a grid is only the beginning of knowing what the word means and how to use it. Explore practical ways to turn a vehicle-themed puzzle into rich conversation, reading, and play—and deepen your approach with Language Develo... How Can School-Age Providers Build Vocabulary Beyond Word Search Puzzles?
How Can You Teach Classroom Visitors Your Handwashing Routine?
10/15/2026Every visitor who enters your classroom becomes part of the environment children share, so a clear handwashing routine helps protect the whole group without making guests feel unwelcome. Use the practical scripts and setup ideas below, and explore ChildCareEd’s Healthy Starts: Safety, Nutritio... How Can You Teach Classroom Visitors Your Handwashing Routine?
When a Calm-Down Corner Turns into a Punishment: How Can Educators Support Self-Regulation?
10/15/2026When a child is sent away to “calm down,” a supportive classroom tool can quickly feel like exclusion. Keep your calm-down space focused on connection, choice, and learning—and explore ChildCareEd’s Developing Program Tranquility course to strengthen daily practices that supp... When a Calm-Down Corner Turns into a Punishment: How Can Educators Support Self-Regulation?
