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Babysitting Training Online: How to Build Skills, Safety, and Confidence
06/09/2026Babysitting is a great first job for teens, beginners, and anyone who enjoys helping children. But babysitting is more than just watching kids. A good babysitter knows how to keep children safe, follow family rules, plan simple activities, and stay calm in an emergency. Online babysitting trainin... Babysitting Training Online: How to Build Skills, Safety, and Confidence
Become a Tiny Superhero with Pediatric First Aid & CPR
05/01/2024Child care professionals are responsible for the safety and well-being of young children. Pediatric First Aid and CPR training prepares staff to recognize and respond promptly to acute illness and injury. ChildCareEd offers both a blended Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED option (Pediatric Blended F... Become a Tiny Superhero with Pediatric First Aid & CPR
Make This Summer One to Remember by Getting First Aid & CPR Certified
05/08/2024As summer rapidly approaches, #teachers are gearing up for a well-deserved break from their demanding schedules. However, amidst the excitement of planning vacations and outdoor adventures, it's crucial to prioritize #safety and #preparedness. This summer, consider taking ChildCareEd's First Aid a... Make This Summer One to Remember by Getting First Aid & CPR Certified
Unlocking Opportunities: The Power of the CDA Credential for Pennsylvania Child Care Providers
05/09/2024As a child care provider in Pennsylvania, you understand the important role you play in shaping the future of young minds. To effectively meet the needs of children in your care and stand out in a competitive industry, acquiring the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential can be a game-changer.... Unlocking Opportunities: The Power of the CDA Credential for Pennsylvania Child Care Providers
Exploring Emotions: Fun and Educational Preschool Activities
05/14/2024Welcome to a professional guide to preschool activities that both engage and instruct young children in recognizing and managing emotions. This article outlines developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed activities designed to expand children’s emotional vocabulary and to practice regulati... Exploring Emotions: Fun and Educational Preschool Activities
Can Screen-Free Board and Movement Games Help Young Children Learn and Stay Calm?
07/15/2026Screen-free gaming combines tabletop thinking with active movement, giving #preschoolers engaging opportunities to strengthen focus, language, cooperation, problem-solving, and social-emotional skills. This practical guide provides child care providers and directors with evidence-informed reasons to... Can Screen-Free Board and Movement Games Help Young Children Learn and Stay Calm?
How can positive guidance help manage big feelings during indoor play in Oklahoma classrooms?
05/01/2026Young children often have sudden, strong emotions while playing inside. This article gives short, clear ideas you can use tomorrow in your classroom. It is written for directors and child care providers who want practical steps that work with groups, small spaces, and state rules. Remember: state re... How can positive guidance help manage big feelings during indoor play in Oklahoma classrooms?
Emotion Sorting Activities for Social-Emotional Learning
06/25/2026Young children feel a lot—fast! Emotion sorting is a playful, low-pressure way to help them name emotions, read faces, and practice calming choices. Use this guide to set up an easy activity you can run during circle time, small groups, or learning centers. These ideas connect with ChildCareEd... Emotion Sorting Activities for Social-Emotional Learning
Feelings Activities for Toddlers: Building Social and Emotional Skills
07/20/2026Toddlers experience big emotions before they have the words to explain them. ChildCareEd’s online, self-paced Brighter Futures: Social Emotional Development course helps educators support emotional development through positive interactions and responsive teaching strategies. Teachers can also ... Feelings Activities for Toddlers: Building Social and Emotional Skills
Why Do the Best Kids' Movies Work for Grown-Ups Too?
07/15/2026The best children’s movies connect with adults because they combine engaging stories for young viewers with deeper emotional themes, humor, relationships, and life lessons that resonate across generations. In early childhood settings, carefully selected #movies and #media can become meaningful... Why Do the Best Kids' Movies Work for Grown-Ups Too?
