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How Can Spanish Printable Resources Support Dual Language Learners?
09/04/2026Spanish printables can turn familiar words, pictures, and stories into meaningful bridges toward participation and early literacy. To build a stronger foundation for supporting children who are developing Spanish and English, explore Building Bridges for Dual Language Learners, a focused course that... How Can Spanish Printable Resources Support Dual Language Learners?
How Can Early Childhood Programs Respect and Strengthen Children’s Home Languages?
09/12/2026When children hear their home languages welcomed in care, they gain a stronger sense of belonging while building foundations for communication, literacy, and identity. Explore practical ways to make language visible in daily practice, and consider Building Bridges for Dual Language Learners to deepe... How Can Early Childhood Programs Respect and Strengthen Children’s Home Languages?
How can child care programs best support Dual Language Learners?
07/16/2026Children who grow up using more than one language bring valuable linguistic, cultural, cognitive, and social strengths to early learning programs. Child care providers can support #DLLs by respecting and incorporating home languages, using visual cues and gestures, repeating key vocabulary, pairing ... How can child care programs best support Dual Language Learners?
How Can Child Care Providers Support Kindergarten Emotions on the First Day of School?
09/21/2026The first day of kindergarten can bring excitement, fear, pride, and tears—sometimes all within the same hour. Child care providers can help children enter this milestone with greater confidence by using predictable routines, emotional language, play, and strong family partnerships; the Are Th... How Can Child Care Providers Support Kindergarten Emotions on the First Day of School?
How Can Teachers Tame Daily Drop-Off Tears and Support Children Through Separation Anxiety?
09/12/2026Daily drop-off tears can leave children distressed, families unsure, and teachers carrying emotional pressure before the day has even begun. A consistent, relationship-based plan can help children move from separation to connection while strengthening your team’s confidence; explore Anxiety: S... How Can Teachers Tame Daily Drop-Off Tears and Support Children Through Separation Anxiety?
How Do the First Ten Minutes of Morning Arrival Shape the Rest of the Day?
09/09/2026What happens in the first ten minutes after a child walks through your door can influence connection, regulation, and learning for hours afterward. A consistent arrival plan helps providers welcome families, support children through separation, and protect valuable teaching time; for a deeper profes... How Do the First Ten Minutes of Morning Arrival Shape the Rest of the Day?
Great Start to Quality in Michigan and ChildCareEd's Role in Advancement
12/20/2023In the realm of #early-childhood education, Michigan stands out with its commitment to excellence through the Great Start to Quality program. This Quality Recognition and Improvement System (QRIS) is a comprehensive initiative funded by the Department of Education, designed to measure and enhance th... Great Start to Quality in Michigan and ChildCareEd's Role in Advancement
ChildCareEd tiene una nueva clase de lectura emergente!
04/11/2023ChildCareEd tiene una nueva clase de lectura emergente! ChildCareEd ofrece una clase práctica de alfabetización emergente para educadores de la primera infancia. El curso describe técnicas que puede aplicar de inmediato. Incluye lecturas en voz alta interactivas, actividades de... ChildCareEd tiene una nueva clase de lectura emergente!
How many annual training hours do Minnesota child care providers need and how can ChildCareEd help?
06/05/2026If you run or work in child care in #Minnesota, you probably ask: how many hours of training do staff need each year? This short article answers that question, explains how to earn and record hours, and shows how #ChildCareEd can help your team. We also mention the #Develop Registry and tips for b... How many annual training hours do Minnesota child care providers need and how can ChildCareEd help?
How do I add my ND Registry ID to my ChildCareEd account so my training hours upload automatically?
06/03/2026Many North Dakota #providers save time by adding their #Registry ID to ChildCareEd, so completed #training #hours upload to the state automatically. This short guide shows why that matters, exact steps to add your ID, how uploads work, and how to avoid common mistakes. State requirements vary - chec... How do I add my ND Registry ID to my ChildCareEd account so my training hours upload automatically?
