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DCDEE Works: A Guide for Child Care Providers in North Carolina
05/18/2026Welcome! This short guide is for child care directors and providers who want simple, practical help using the #DCDEE #WORKS portal in #NorthCarolina. You will learn what WORKS does, what documents to gather, and how to avoid common pitfalls. Use the links to learn more from trusted sources like Chi... DCDEE Works: A Guide for Child Care Providers in North Carolina
What Is DCDEE and How Does It Work?
05/18/2026Working in child care in North Carolina means you will hear the name DCDEE a lot. DCDEE stands for the Division of Child Development and Early Education. This article explains what DCDEE does, how the DCDEE WORKS portal is used for staff qualifications, and practical steps directors and #providers c... What Is DCDEE and How Does It Work?
How can child care providers tell typical from atypical child development and act early?
07/17/2026Understanding the difference between typical and atypical child development is essential to providing responsive, high-quality early care. This article gives child care directors and providers practical, evidence-informed guidance on recognizing expected developmental patterns, identifying potential... How can child care providers tell typical from atypical child development and act early?
How can Nevada early childhood educators communicate to support children with special needs?
05/13/2026Working in Nevada child care means you meet children with many needs every day. This article gives clear, kind tips for directors and providers on how to talk, listen, and team up to help children with special needs feel safe and learn. Use small steps you can do tomorrow. Your work is part of stron... How can Nevada early childhood educators communicate to support children with special needs?
How can Georgia early childhood educators simply communicate with children who have special needs?
05/13/2026You work with busy days and many bright children. This article gives quick, simple ways Georgia early childhood educators and directors can help children with special needs communicate. You will find easy steps, tools you can use today, ideas to work with families, and tips to avoid common mistakes.... How can Georgia early childhood educators simply communicate with children who have special needs?
How do I plan developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers?
07/16/2026Planning developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers begins with understanding each child’s developmental level, interests, abilities, culture, and individual pace. This guide gives child care providers and directors a practical, step-by-step process for choosing short learning goals, ... How do I plan developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers?
Más que Guardar Certificados: Cómo Documentar el Crecimiento Profesional
07/17/2026Los líderes de cuidado infantil pueden documentar el crecimiento profesional mediante un expediente organizado para cada empleado. Este puede incluir certificados y horas de capacitación, fechas de formación, observaciones del desempeño, logros alcanzados, ejemplos de pr&... Más que Guardar Certificados: Cómo Documentar el Crecimiento Profesional
Pencil and Paper Activiites
12/16/2022Enjoy browsing these suggestions for paper and pencil ideas to keep the kids busy and get them to try something new! The Best Ideas for Kids (www.thebestideasforkids.com) Fun Pencil and Paper Games (www.todaysparent.com) Paper and Pen Activities to Keep Kids Busy (www.everythingmom.com) ... Pencil and Paper Activiites
How can we adapt activities for diverse learners?
05/21/2026As a child care provider or director, you want every child to join in, learn, and feel proud. This article shows simple, practical ways to change activities so children with different needs can take part. You will find easy steps, examples, and things to avoid. Remember: state requirements vary - ... How can we adapt activities for diverse learners?
How Can Child Care Providers Help Children Develop Memory and Attention Skills?
07/15/2026Young children’s ability to remember instructions, sustain focus, control impulses, and shift attention supports classroom routines, learning, play, and positive relationships. This article gives child care providers and directors practical, evidence-informed strategies for strengthening memor... How Can Child Care Providers Help Children Develop Memory and Attention Skills?
