Children need movement every day, but the amount and type of activity can change by age. When child care providers understand these age differences, it becomes easier to plan safe, fun activities that help children grow and learn. Active play helps children build strong muscles and bones. It also s... Physical Activity Tips for Kids of Different Ages
Teaching children to notice, name, and share their feelings is an important part of early learning. When children know simple feeling words, they can ask for help, use calmer actions, and build better friendships. This helps the classroom feel safer and more peaceful. It also helps children focus, l... How can we help children recognize and express their feelings?
Sleep affects almost everything in a toddler’s day. When children get enough rest, they are more ready to learn, play, and follow directions. They may also have fewer meltdowns and an easier time handling big feelings. A child who is tired may cry more, get upset faster, or have trouble joini... From Bedtime to Big Feelings: Sleep and Emotional Support for Toddlers
If you work in child care in Illinois, it can feel hard to keep up with training. There are rules to follow, staff records to manage, and yearly hours to track. The good news is that it gets much easier when you break it into small steps. This guide explains what Illinois child care providers and di... Illinois Childcare Continuing Education Courses for Early Childhood Educators
If you work in child care in Georgia, continuing education is part of the job. It is the training you take after you are hired to help you stay up to date, follow DECAL rules, keep children safe, and grow in your career. A helpful ChildCareEd article to start with is: What Train... Childcare Continuing Education in Georgia: Online Training for Early Childhood Professionals
Introduction Preschool "soft skills" are the small habits children learn that help them do big things later. Child care providers and directors can teach these skills each day. This article explains what those skills are, why they matter, simple ways to teach them, and common mistakes to avoid. You... Which preschool “soft skills” best predict later success?
When new hires, aspiring #teachers, and #early-childhood professionals are ready to step confidently into the #workforce, they need more than inspiration — they need practical skills, professional confidence, and job-ready training. At ChildCareEd, our Employee Readiness Training collection i... Child Care Employee Readiness
Build a Strong Foundation for Workplace Success Employee readiness is about having the skills, mindset, and professionalism needed to perform effectively in any work environment. Whether starting a new job or strengthening existing abilities, being prepared helps individuals communicate clearly, co... Employee Readiness
Si su equipo incluye personal que habla español, la capacitación debe sentirse clara, acogedora y fácil de seguir. ChildCareEd ofrece apoyo en español para capacitaciones grupales selectas dirigidas por un instructor, para que más profesionales de la primera infanc... Apoyo en Español para Capacitaciones Grupales Presenciales y por Zoom en Cursos Selectos
Taking children on a field trip can be fun and meaningful. But it also takes careful planning. Nevada child care programs need to think about permission forms, emergency information, car seats, transportation safety, and active supervision before every trip. Your draft focuses on those same big ide... Nevada Child Care Transportation Rules: Field Trip Forms, Car Seats, Supervision