Why Daily Reports Matter When families drop their child off at your program, they are entrusting you with one of their most precious relationships. For many #parents, leaving their child—even for a short time—is filled with questions: How is my child doing? Did they eat well? Were they ... Using Daily Reports to Build Trust with Families
Why Environment Matters Children’s behavior doesn’t occur in isolation. Every #classroom, #play space, #outdoor area, home corner, and transition zone influences how children act, respond, explore, and engage. In fact, research shows that features of the physical and social environment ... The Role of the Environment in Shaping Behavior
Why Movement Matters for the Young Brain When we think of #early-childhood #development, we often focus on #language, numbers, social skills—and those are vitally important. But one often-underestimated factor is movement—the active, whole-body actions #toddlers and #preschoolers engage... The Connection Between Movement and Cognitive Growth
What Is Separation Anxiety? Separation Anxiety Disorder is a persistent and intense fear or worry about being away from a primary caregiver or about the caregiver being harmed or lost. But it’s important to start by saying: many young children experience normal separation anxiety as part of t... Understanding Separation Anxiety in Young Children
Understanding Speech Delays Speech delays occur when children take longer than typical to develop verbal communication skills. This might involve fewer words than expected, difficulty being understood by others, or trouble combining words into simple sentences. As a child-care provider, you a... Supporting Children with Speech Delays in Child Care
What Is Attachment? Attachment refers to the emotional bond that forms between a young child and a consistent caregiver. From infancy, children rely on caregivers not only for nourishment and #safety but for comfort, exploration, and connection. According to ChildCareEd, “Attachment is the em... The Role of Attachment in Early Childhood Development
Cada niño merece un lugar donde se sienta #seguro, #saludable y cuidado. En los entornos de #educación-infantil, la seguridad va mucho más allá de cumplir con las normas: se trata de crear un entorno afectuoso donde los niños puedan crecer, explorar y pro... 馃彨 C贸mo mantener seguros a los ni帽os en el aprendizaje 馃尡
La primera infancia es una etapa de rápido #crecimiento y descubrimiento. Cada experiencia, interacción y entorno moldea el futuro de un niño. Pero apoyar el #desarrollo significa más que ayudar a los niños a aprender letras o colores: significa nutrir su ser com... 驴C贸mo pueden los maestros apoyar cada parte del desarrollo de un ni帽o? 馃鉂わ笍
Early childhood is a time of rapid #growth and discovery. Every experience, interaction, and environment shapes a child’s future. But supporting #development means more than helping children learn letters or colors — it means nurturing their whole selves: emotionally, socially, physica... How Can Teachers Support Every Part of a Child鈥檚 Development? 馃鉂わ笍
Every child deserves a place where they feel #safe, #healthy, and cared for. In #early-childhood settings, safety goes far beyond following regulations — it’s about creating a nurturing environment where children can grow, explore, and thrive with confidence. For #educators, maintaini... 馃彨 How Can Educators Keep Children Safe and Sound in Every Learning Environment? 馃尡