Outdoor time is one of the best parts of the day for #schoolage kids and the adults who care for them. This article helps directors and providers plan simple, learning-rich outdoor activities that build muscles, friendships, and curiosity. You will find easy activity ideas, safety steps, schedule ... How can we plan fun, safe outdoor activities for school-age daycare programs?
Young children don’t need specialized labs to begin learning science, technology, engineering, and math. Everyday play materials—blocks, water, kitchen tools, and the outdoors—are rich learning environments. This article gives practical, research-informed strategies you can use t... How can blocks, water play, cooking, and outdoor exploration introduce STEM to young children?
Activities 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
If you work in child care in #Georgia, you want training that fits your day, helps your program, and counts for state credit. Choosing #ChildCareEd # self-paced courses is one smart way to meet those needs. These courses are made for busy teachers and directors. They are DECAL-approved for Georgia a... Why should Georgia early childhood educators stick with ChildCareEd’s self-paced courses?
You care for children and families in the #Bronx. You want CEUs in #Spanish so you can better serve #Latino #families. This short guide shows easy steps to find Spanish-language continuing education. We link to places that offer online and local classes, tips to make sure the course counts, and ways... How can New York childcare workers in the Bronx find Spanish-language CEU courses?
Boost Your Early Childhood Education Skills with Maryland's Training Vouchers and ChildCareEd! Dedicated to nurturing Maryland's youngest learners? The Maryland State Department of Education (#MSDE) and ChildCareEd are here to support your professional development journey with the Early Childhood #... How to Apply for an MSDE Training Voucher
Becoming certified to work with young children is a smart step for any child care provider or director. You already care a lot about kids — this article shows simple steps you can follow to get the right papers and skills. Why it matters: good training and clear certificates help keep children... How to Become Certified to Work with Preschoolers
Ready to earn your #CDA in #Maryland? This roadmap guides child care providers and directors step-by-step from online coursework to the final credential. It’s written for busy people who need clear, practical steps. You’ll find where to take courses, how to use Maryland funding, what to ... Your CDA Roadmap in Maryland: From Online Training to Certification
Discounts on CDA Training Prepare for a career in childcare with ChildCareEd’s online Child Development Associate (CDA) training! Our courses cover all of the CDA's eight subject areas: Take our FREE CDA Introduction Course to learn more about the requirements of obtaining your CDA Cred... Discounts on CDA Training
Summer is a great time for kids to get out of the classroom and learn by doing. Well-planned outings help your #children grow, make memories, and practice social skills. For quick ideas written for Virginia providers, see Best Daycare Field Trip Ideas in Virginia from ChildCareEd. 1) What are saf... Summer Field Trips for Daycares in Virginia