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Curriculum
04/12/2023Curriculum is a comprehensive guide detailing the learning goals for children. Curriculum includes instructional units, lesson plans, the resources and materials that will be used, teaching strategies, activities, and assessments. Educators use a curriculum to guide their planning in order to meet ... Curriculum
Free Weekly Lesson Plan for Preschool Classrooms
07/20/2026A well-planned preschool week can turn everyday play into meaningful opportunities for learning, creativity, movement, and discovery. ChildCareEd’s online, self-paced course Creating Engaging and Meaningful Learning Experiences helps educators design developmentally appropriate activities that... Free Weekly Lesson Plan for Preschool Classrooms
How Can Saying "I Don't Know" Benefit Young Children?
07/22/2026Honesty about uncertainty is a powerful teaching tool: admitting “I don’t know” models curiosity, reduces shame around gaps, and opens doors to shared inquiry that strengthens children’s learning and relationships. If you want a practical next step, consider Let&rsquo... How Can Saying "I Don't Know" Benefit Young Children?
How Do I Plan a Strong Preschool Curriculum?
06/09/2026Planning a preschool program can feel big, but you can do it step by step. This guide helps directors and child care providers design a practical, flexible, and joyful #preschool program that supports children's #development. You will find easy steps, checklists, links to helpful ChildCareEd article... How Do I Plan a Strong Preschool Curriculum?
What Does Michigan's Quality Rating System Really Measure and How Can We Improve?
05/20/2026Michigan’s Quality Rating System (often called Great Start to Quality) looks at many parts of your program to decide how well you care for young kids. This article explains what the system measures, how ratings work, and clear steps you can take to raise your program’s score. You will fi... What Does Michigan's Quality Rating System Really Measure and How Can We Improve?
How do we build developmentally appropriate programs for young children?
06/01/2026Building a program that fits young children means planning with care, kindness, and simple steps. This short guide helps child care providers and directors set up warm, strong programs. You will find clear actions to take in your #children's day, links to helpful ChildCareEd tools, and trusted res... How do we build developmentally appropriate programs for young children?
How can family child care homes in Michigan participate in the PreK for All home-based pilot?
06/12/2026This short guide helps small, home-based programs understand Michigan’s new PreK for All Home-Based Pilot. The state is testing a way to bring free, high-quality preschool into family child care homes so more 4-year-olds can attend PreK where they already feel safe. This pilot supports home-... How can family child care homes in Michigan participate in the PreK for All home-based pilot?
Why ChildCareEd is the Ideal Choice for Your Training Needs
09/15/2023Why ChildCareEd is the Ideal Choice for Your Training Needs. Choosing the right training program is crucial for personal and professional #development, especially when it comes to fields like child care. ChildCareEd understands the diverse needs of individuals seeking training in this critical doma... Why ChildCareEd is the Ideal Choice for Your Training Needs
What career growth opportunities exist for child care staff and leaders?
05/18/2026Child care work can lead to more than a paycheck. It can become a real #career full of learning, leadership, and steady pay steps. This article is for directors and providers who want simple, real ways to support staff growth. We will explain the jobs people can reach, the trainings that matter, a... What career growth opportunities exist for child care staff and leaders?
How to Get an ECE Certificate in Maryland
04/27/2026This short guide helps child care directors and providers learn how to get an early childhood education (ECE) certificate in #Maryland. It explains the main certificate most centers need (the #90Hour), how to take the classes, and how the training can help your staff and program. Links point to help... How to Get an ECE Certificate in Maryland
