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90 Hour Certification Training for Infant/Toddler, Preschool, and School Age
03/12/2026The 90-Hour Certification is an important training for people who want to work as a lead teacher in child care. It is commonly used for Infant/Toddler, Preschool, and School-Age teachers. This training helps providers learn about child development, lesson planning, safety, and working with families.... 90 Hour Certification Training for Infant/Toddler, Preschool, and School Age
How to Become a Daycare Owner and Start Your Child Care Business
03/12/2026Becoming a daycare owner is exciting. It can also feel a little overwhelming at first. You are building a place where children can learn, families can feel supported, and your business can grow over time. Starting a daycare means learning about licensing, safety, business planning, and family commu... How to Become a Daycare Owner and Start Your Child Care Business
Fun Field Trip Ideas for Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, and Summer Camps
03/12/2026Field trips are exciting for children and helpful for teachers. A good trip gives children a chance to see, touch, and explore new things in the real world. It can also build curiosity, confidence, social skills, and stronger classroom learning. The best field trips match the age of the group, your... Fun Field Trip Ideas for Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, and Summer Camps
How to Start a California Family Child Care Home
03/12/2026Starting a Family Child Care Home in California can feel like a big step, but you can do it one step at a time. With a clear plan, you can open a safe, trusted program in your home and support local families in your community. This article answers common questions about licensing, training,... How to Start a California Family Child Care Home
How to Start a Georgia In-Home Daycare
03/12/2026Starting an in-home daycare in Georgia can feel like a big step, but you can do it one step at a time. This article answers common questions about licensing, training, safety, and business tasks so you can feel more prepared. High-quality home child care helps children learn and grow. It also helps... How to Start a Georgia In-Home Daycare
How can centers use a 30-60-90 day plan to onboard new teachers?
03/12/2026Introduction Welcome! This short guide helps center directors and child care leaders use a simple 30-60-90-day plan to welcome and support new staff. The plan is easy to follow and made for busy programs. It helps with #onboarding new #teachers through clear #training, regular #coaching, and strong... How can centers use a 30-60-90 day plan to onboard new teachers?
How do I run effective classroom observations (Checklist included)?
03/12/2026Introduction This short guide helps child care providers and directors run simple, useful classroom observations. Good watching tells you what children can do, what they need next, and how to share that with #families. Use this article as a step-by-step plan. It draws on practical tools and trainin... How do I run effective classroom observations (Checklist included)?
How can preschool teachers teach friendship skills with activities and role-play?
03/12/2026Introduction Friendship skills help young children play, solve problems, and feel safe at school. This article gives simple, practical ideas you can use tomorrow in your classroom. We focus on short activities, role-play, and quick scripts that preschoolers can learn and repeat. Why it matters: 1... How can preschool teachers teach friendship skills with activities and role-play?
How can we teach sharing without forcing it?
03/12/2026Introduction Teaching children to share is one of those everyday jobs in child care that feels simple — until you are in the middle of a meltdown. You want children to be kind, but you also don’t want to take away their choice. This article gives practical, gentle steps child care provi... How can we teach sharing without forcing it?
What to Clean When: A Child Care Cleaning Schedule Made Easy
03/11/2026Keeping a child care program clean helps protect children’s health, supports staff, and reassures families. In group care, children share toys, tables, and close spaces, so germs can spread quickly. A clear cleaning schedule helps staff know what to clean, when to do it, and how to stay consis... What to Clean When: A Child Care Cleaning Schedule Made Easy
