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What are practical, healthy screen-time practices for young children?
07/15/2026Young-child programs increasingly balance hands-on, real-world play with digital tools. This article gives directors and providers clear, evidence-informed strategies for setting daily limits, choosing purposeful content, creating screen-free routines, guiding staff practices, and partnering with fa... What are practical, healthy screen-time practices for young children?
How can childcare programs make transportation safe, inclusive, and compliant?
07/15/2026Transportation is one of the highest-risk parts of an early childhood program’s day because transitions, tight schedules, mixed age groups, supervision demands, and children’s individual medical or accessibility needs can all converge. This practical, evidence-informed guide helps direct... How can childcare programs make transportation safe, inclusive, and compliant?
How can childcare providers and families keep children safe around water?
07/15/2026Water play and pool days can be exciting learning experiences for young children, but they require careful planning, constant supervision, and reliable emergency procedures. This article gives child care directors, family child care providers, and staff practical guidance for creating strong water-s... How can childcare providers and families keep children safe around water?
How Can Child Care Programs Keep Young Children Safe in Cold Weather?
07/15/2026Cold-weather months bring opportunities for joyful outdoor learning, but they also require careful planning to protect young children from frostbite, hypothermia, wet clothing, slippery surfaces, and other seasonal hazards. This practical guide helps child care directors and providers create consist... How Can Child Care Programs Keep Young Children Safe in Cold Weather?
Which Handwashing Activities Best Help Young Children Build Healthy Habits?
07/15/2026Handwashing is a simple, affordable, and highly effective way to promote healthier habits in early childhood programs. This article provides practical, classroom-ready activities and program-level strategies that help young children learn the five essential handwashing steps and apply them throughou... Which Handwashing Activities Best Help Young Children Build Healthy Habits?
How can childcare programs prevent choking and keep mealtimes safe?
07/15/2026Choking prevention and safe mealtime supervision are everyday priorities for child care directors and providers. This article offers clear, practical, and research-informed steps programs can use immediately to reduce risks, strengthen staff confidence, and protect children during meals and snacks. ... How can childcare programs prevent choking and keep mealtimes safe?
How can daily health and safety checks keep my early childhood program safer?
07/15/2026Daily health and safety checks are a simple but essential routine that helps protect children, strengthen family trust, and reduce risks throughout an early childhood program. By using a friendly and consistent check-in process at drop-off, staff can notice signs of illness, injuries, changes in beh... How can daily health and safety checks keep my early childhood program safer?
How can child care programs build effective food allergy awareness and emergency response plans?
07/15/2026Food allergies are a constant—and sometimes life-threatening—reality in child care settings. This article gives directors and providers an actionable roadmap for preventing allergic reactions, training staff, partnering with families, and responding quickly and confidently during an emer... How can child care programs build effective food allergy awareness and emergency response plans?
How can child care providers consistently implement safe sleep practices for infants and toddlers?
07/15/2026Safe sleep is one of the most important responsibilities child care professionals carry. This article provides practical, evidence-based steps for protecting infants and toddlers during naps and other sleep periods in care. It explains how providers can create safe crib environments, use appropriate... How can child care providers consistently implement safe sleep practices for infants and toddlers?
How can childcare programs reliably prevent SIDS during infant care?
07/15/2026Every childcare leader knows that infant nap time requires careful attention, consistent procedures, and well-trained staff. Families trust programs to protect their most vulnerable children by following safe sleep practices during every nap, without exceptions or shortcuts. This article turns evide... How can childcare programs reliably prevent SIDS during infant care?
