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Groundhog Day Activities
01/29/2026Groundhog Day is a fun, simple holiday that happens every year on February 2. In early childhood classrooms, it’s a great chance to talk about weather, shadows, and animals—without needing fancy supplies. This guide includes easy Groundhog Day activities for toddlers and ... Groundhog Day Activities
Child Abuse and Neglect Training Illinois
01/29/2026Child abuse and neglect training is one of the most important trainings for child care professionals in Illinois. It helps you notice warning signs, respond with care, and understand how to report concerns the right way. It also helps you protect children—and protect yourself by following the ... Child Abuse and Neglect Training Illinois
Child Abuse and Neglect Training Texas
01/29/2026Child abuse and neglect training is one of the most important trainings for child care professionals in Texas. It helps you notice warning signs, respond in a safe way, and know how to report concerns. It also helps you protect children—and protect yourself by following the law and your progra... Child Abuse and Neglect Training Texas
Supporting the Individual: Creating Behavior Plans for Children with Extra Needs
01/29/2026Why Do Some Children Need a Different Plan? Every child is unique. Some children #learn how to share and follow rules very quickly. Other children have "extra needs." These children might have a disability, or they might just learn differently. When a child struggles to follow the group, it is not ... Supporting the Individual: Creating Behavior Plans for Children with Extra Needs
Words Matter: How Positive Language Changes Child Behavior
01/29/2026The Power of the Words You Choose Have you ever noticed how a child reacts when you say "No!" or "Stop that!"? Often, they might stop for a second, but they don't really #learn what to do instead. In #early-childhood education, we are learning that the way we speak can change how a child acts. Whe... Words Matter: How Positive Language Changes Child Behavior
The Lead Teacher Leap: How a CDA Unlocks Higher Pay and More Responsibility.
01/29/2026Why the CDA is Your Ticket to Success? Becoming a lead teacher is a big step. It means you are ready to take charge of a classroom. You are ready to lead other teachers. Most of all, you are ready to help children learn in the best way. One of the best ways to reach this goal is to earn your Child... The Lead Teacher Leap: How a CDA Unlocks Higher Pay and More Responsibility.
The CDA in 2026: Why It’s Still the Gold Standard for Early Educators
01/29/2026Why the CDA is Still Your Best Choice Early childhood education is a very special field. It is a job where you help shape the future every day. Because this work is so important, families and schools want to know that you have the right skills. This is where the Child Development Associate (CDA) Cr... The CDA in 2026: Why It’s Still the Gold Standard for Early Educators
Texas Providers: Elevate Your Program with BakerRipley and ChildCareEd
01/28/2026Great News for Texas Child Care Programs! We are thrilled to announce a new partnership that will bring high-quality training to childcare providers in Texas. BakerRipley has contracted with ChildCareEd to serve as one of its official experts for #teacher training. This partnership is designed spe... Texas Providers: Elevate Your Program with BakerRipley and ChildCareEd
How to Renew My CDA
01/28/2026Renewing your CDA can feel confusing at first, but it doesn’t have to be. The renewal process is mostly about three things: planning ahead, finishing the right training, and keeping your paperwork organized. When you take it step by step, it becomes much easier. #CDA #ProfessionalDevelopment ... How to Renew My CDA
Affordable Child Care Training Options for Providers in Florida
01/28/2026Child care providers in Florida #play a critical role in supporting young children’s #growth, #safety, and #early- #learning experiences. To provide high-quality care — and to meet state licensing requirements — child care professionals must complete ongoing training. Thankfully, t... Affordable Child Care Training Options for Providers in Florida
