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The Power of International Sign Language in Early Childhood Education
02/28/2024Communication lies at the heart of human interaction, facilitating the exchange of thoughts, feelings, and information. For young children, communication development begins at birth and grows as they learn about the world. Early childhood educators shape that growth every day by using multiple ways ... The Power of International Sign Language in Early Childhood Education
Scaffolding Instruction
11/23/2022Scaffolding—often enacted through the gradual release of responsibility—sequences teacher modeling, guided practice, and independent application to help children perform tasks beyond their unassisted level. This article explains how the I Do, We Do, You Do framework operates in early chi... Scaffolding Instruction
How can child care providers support friendships and peer relationships?
07/16/2026Early childhood classrooms are important spaces for building connection, where children learn how to join play, share ideas, take turns, repair conflicts, and develop empathy. This article gives child care providers and directors practical, evidence-informed strategies for supporting friendships and... How can child care providers support friendships and peer relationships?
Juneteenth History and Activities
09/23/2022This article explains Juneteenth in terms early childhood educators can use to plan respectful, age-appropriate celebrations and learning experiences. Below you will find classroom-ready activity ideas, differentiation notes for toddlers through elementary, family-engagement strategies, and links to... Juneteenth History and Activities
Infant and Toddler Trainings
12/21/2021What trainings and certifications help infant and toddler teachers provide high-quality care? Calling all Infant and Toddler teachers: the demands of caring for children from birth to 36 months require targeted knowledge in development, health and safety, and family partnership. Infants need predic... Infant and Toddler Trainings
Everything You Need to Know to Launch Your ECE Career
05/10/2025The CDA Certification and the CDA Preschool Credential both signify a professional's commitment to providing high-quality care and education to young children. These credentials are benchmarks for early childhood professionals. They validate skills and knowledge and open doors to career advancement.... Everything You Need to Know to Launch Your ECE Career
Benefits of the CDA Credential for Oregon Child Care Providers
05/08/2024The early childhood education field offers a rewarding career and requires ongoing professional development. Earning the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential demonstrates your commitment to child development. It can help you advance on the Oregon Registry and move into classroom leadership. ... Benefits of the CDA Credential for Oregon Child Care Providers
CDA in South Dakota and how ChildCareEd can help!
05/23/2024The CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential matters for South Dakota early childhood educators. If you work in a center or family child care home, preparing for the CDA can strengthen your practice, help meet state education expectations, and support career advancement. Start by exploring Child... CDA in South Dakota and how ChildCareEd can help!
ChildCareEd Subscriptions FAQs
06/05/2022Program directors and administrators can streamline staff professional development by procuring group subscriptions through the ChildCareEd Admin Portal. Group subscriptions mitigate administrative burden, centralize compliance tracking, and facilitate coherent alignment between individualized staff... ChildCareEd Subscriptions FAQs
ChildCareEd Group Admin: Manage Courses, Staff, and Certificates
06/10/2026Running a child care program means juggling classrooms, families, and staff training. The ChildCareEd Group Admin (now called the Admin Portal) gives directors one dashboard to buy hours, assign courses, track progress, and download certificates. Use the Admin Portal and the Group Admin features to ... ChildCareEd Group Admin: Manage Courses, Staff, and Certificates
