Many #toddlers wake up from naps or night sleep upset. As child care providers you see this often. This article explains simple reasons for morning tears and easy steps staff can use to help children calm down, feel safe, and join the day. We use short lists, real classroom ideas, and links to helpf... Toddler Wake-Up Tears: Sleep, Emotions, and Morning Routines
Every day in a Birth–4 room, you set the tone for children’s first learning steps. Nevada has updated rules and helpful guidance that can refresh how you plan naps, diapering, feeding, play time, and teacher-child interactions. This article helps directors and teachers use those updates ... How can Nevada’s updated infant-toddler guidelines refresh daily routines in Birth–4 classrooms?
Introduction — Why this matters As a child care provider or director, you help families rest easier by keeping little ones safe and well-rested. Good sleep supports growth, behavior, learning, and health for both #infants and #preschoolers. Safe sleep rules also prevent serious dang... How can child care providers help infants and preschoolers sleep beter and stay safe?
ChildCareEd explores the intricate "puzzle" of #sleep stages in children, highlighting how these stages interconnect and contribute to overall well-being. By exploring the significance of sleep and its relationship with cognitive activities, such as engaging with #puzzles, we aim to provide #parents... The“Puzzle Pieces” of Sleep Stages in Children and How they Fit Together
National Grouch Day, invites us to take a moment to reflect on the often-overlooked emotions of grumpiness and frustration. By fostering an environment where children can explore their emotions, we can help them develop essential skills in emotional intelligence and coping strategies. Handli... National Grouch Day: Turning Grouches into Giggles, Teaching Kids about Handling Negative Emotions
Young #toddlers need simple ways to learn feelings and self-control. In Minnesota classrooms, small, repeatable activities help children name feelings, calm their bodies, and grow trusting relationships. This short guide gives practical ideas you can try tomorrow, links to helpful resources, and r... What Social-Emotional Learning Activities Work Best for Toddlers in Minnesota Classrooms?
The Nevada Early Care and Education Professional Career Ladder Childcare providers can work on achieving their educational and professional goals by taking the next step on The Nevada Early Care and Education Professional Career Ladder. Training that you take in order to advance on the Career Ladde... Supporting the Nevada Childcare Workforce
In the field of #early-childhood education, professional #development is not just a choice but a necessity. Child care providers are entrusted with the critical task of nurturing the next generation, and to excel in this role, ongoing education, and training are paramount. ChildCareEd understands th... Empowering Child Care Providers: How ChildCareEd Paves the Path to Career Advancement
Colorodo providers, complete your ongoing Professional Development requirements with ChildCareEd. Providers in Colorado are required to complete 15 clock hours of training annually. 3 of those hours must be focused on social-emotional development and the remaining 12 hours of required traini... Colorado onging professional development
Have you been thinking about a career in teaching or working with children in a child care setting? Are you unsure as to what training requirements are needed to get approved in Maryland? Are you currently working in this field and are not sure what is required to maintain your certifications f... Thinking about a career in teaching or working with children in a child care setting?