In California, an emergency can happen with little warning. Being ready does not mean you have to be perfect. It means you have a clear plan, basic supplies, and proof that you practice and update your plan. A good emergency plan helps you: Keep children safe and calm Communicate quickly ... Emergency Preparedness for California Child Care Providers: What to Have, What to Practice, What to Document
Introduction Drop-off and pick-up are the busiest times of the day for families and programs. These minutes can be hard for children, parents, and staff. Simple changes help kids feel safe and help adults feel calm. In this article we share easy, practical ideas for both parents and child care prov... How can parents and child care providers make drop-off and pick-up less stressful?
Running a Texas Rising Star (TRS) program can feel like you are doing two big jobs at once: improving quality and keeping great records. The good news is that a simple training plan and an easy documentation system can make TRS much less stressful for directors and teachers. What is Texas Rising ... Texas Rising Star: Staff Training Plans, Documentation Tips, and PD Ideas for Directors
Most preschools have a set of goals and a philosophy that each teacher must follow. In some cases, teachers follow these general guidelines in a less formal way. In many cases, teachers use specific lesson plans and rubrics to measure how well students are doing. Curriculum for preschool consider... Road Mapping Preschool Curriculum
Massachusetts ranked #1 best state for working moms! A recent study done by WalletHub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across three dimensions: Child Care Professional Opportunities Work-Life Balance. Massachusetts was number one in all categories. This... Massachusetts Child Care Crisis
Coaching is a useful tool for teachers who work with kids from birth to 12 years old. It helps them understand their students' strengths and weaknesses and come up with ways to help them succeed. Helping people improve their skills and knowledge is a form of mentoring called "coaching." F... Introduction to Coaching and Mentoring
Why does #sun #safety #matter in child care? Sunlight helps our bodies make vitamin D, and #outdoor- #play is great for #learning and movement. But too much sun can hurt a child’s skin and eyes. A bad sunburn in childhood can also raise the risk of skin problems later in life. In child care,... Sun safety for children in child care
Becoming a #lead- #teacher at a #daycare is a big step. You help guide the classroom each day. You plan lessons and activities. You support children and families. Many child care centers want lead teachers who have early childhood training and hands-on experience. In this guide, you’ll learn ... Daycare Lead Teacher Requirements: What You Need to Get Started
Winter can be a magical season in #early-childhood #classrooms. Snow, cold #weather, and shorter days create new opportunities for creative #learning. At the same time, winter often means children spend more time indoors, which can #lead to extra energy and restlessness. For child care provi... Winter Classroom Activities for Child Care Providers
You can start a #daycare in your #home with little or no cash. This guide helps child care providers and directors. It gives simple steps. It links to free resources and rules. It also tells you how to stay safe. Remember: state requirements vary—check your state licensing agency. For many ti... Can I Open A Home Daycare With No Money?