It can be overwhelming when it comes to choosing or implementing a preschool curriculum. Understanding the essential components helps educators choose and implement curriculum well. For hands-on, classroom-ready guidance, see our courses Curriculum Planning and DAP for Preschool, which focus on alig... Preschool Curriculum
Supporting a high-quality mixed-age after-school program requires intentional planning so children at different developmental levels can learn, play, and build relationships successfully together. This article gives child care providers and directors practical, evidence-informed strategies for organ... How can I support a high-quality mixed-age after-school program?
Texas child care providers, complete required trainings before the school year to remain inspection-ready. ChildCareEd offers state-focused online options such as 24-Hour Texas Pre-Service Training and the Texas Director Credential, both designed to produce documentation you can save for TECPDS and ... Summer Training: Prepare for the School Year in Texas
Texas child care providers: are you looking for a convenient, verifiable way to meet annual training requirements? H&H Child Care Training Center offers online courses across the Core Competencies. Two courses available now are Theories on How I Grow (Child Growth & Development) and Preschoo... Texas child care providers
It may feel early to plan Mother's Day, but high-quality celebrations are opportunities to support family engagement, social-emotional learning, and expressive arts. For quick inspiration, see the curated set of 45 projects linked below. To translate craft ideas into developmentally meaningful activ... Reminder for Mother's Day
The Nevada Registry is a tool every early childhood leader should know. This short guide helps directors and #providers use the #Nevada #Registry for #training, career steps like the #CDA, and day-to-day licensing needs. It is written for busy child care teams, with clear steps and links so you ca... The Nevada Registry: What Child Care Providers Need to Know
Child care in Oklahoma is changing fast. This article explains the biggest news, what it means for families and programs, and practical steps you can take. You will find links to helpful resources and to ChildCareEd training and bundles you can use right now. Remember: state requirements vary - chec... What's new for child care in Oklahoma and what should providers do?
Nevada has a new early childhood plan that aims to turn years of funding gaps into steady help for programs, families, and staff. This short guide explains what the plan means for child care directors and providers, and gives simple steps you can use right away. You will see clear links to Nevada ... Can Nevada’s Early Childhood Plan Close Funding Gaps and Boost Access and the Workforce?
In the critical field of early childhood education, Virginia's educators play a pivotal role in shaping young learners' foundations. Early childhood professionals need knowledge, skills, and recognized credentials to provide high-quality care and instruction. One practical credential is the Child De... The Vital Role of the CDA Credential for Virginia's Early Childhood Educators
What Is A CDA? The Child Development Associate® (CDA) Credential™ is a nationally recognized credential that demonstrates an early childhood educator’s knowledge, skills, and commitment to providing quality care. ChildCareEd’s free, self-paced CDA Introduction and CDA Preschoo... What Is a CDA? Take the Next Step in Your Early Childhood Career