What does “safe sleep” mean for babies and young toddlers? Safe sleep denotes the purposeful design and continuous maintenance of an infant's sleep environment to reduce sleep-related injury and mortality. In licensed child-care settings, reliable safe-sleep implementation depends on pr... Safe sleep basics (and common mistakes to avoid)
Childcare providers in New York must complete 12 hours of annual continuing training. See the NY bundle summary.H&H Child Care Training Center has made it simple for New York providers to complete this requirement by bundling four two-hour courses and offering them all at a discounted price. Thi... NY Savings on Continuing Training Requirements
Predictable daily routines are one of the simplest, most powerful tools a child care program can use to reduce challenging behavior and increase engagement. This article is written for directors and providers who need practical, evidence-informed steps you can use today. You'll find 1) why routine... Why Do Predictable Routines Reduce Challenging Behaviors?
Young children’s actions that adults describe as “challenging” often communicate needs, emotions, developmental limits, or difficulties within the environment. This article gives child care directors and providers practical, evidence-informed strategies for looking beyond the behav... What Does Challenging Behavior Really Mean — and How Can We Understand It?
Young children sometimes act out. That is normal. This article helps California #educators support #preschoolers who show tough behavior. You will find simple steps you can use in your classroom today. We link to helpful ChildCareEd resources and other guides so you can learn more. Remember: state r... How can California early childhood educators support preschoolers through behavior challenges?
Safety, health, and nutrition in childcare are important concepts that influence providers' everyday day work with children. Each moment that providers spend with young children they must consider any and all safety risks. The most important role of childcare providers is to keep children safe at al... Childcare Safety First
Extreme weather—heat waves, wildfires, storms, or sudden cold snaps—creates real risks for young children and real decisions for child care leaders. Want a clear, practical path to protect children, reduce staff confusion, and meet program training goals? Start by strengthening your emer... How can child care programs support children during extreme weather events?
Wildfire smoke can travel far. When the sky looks hazy or you smell smoke, you and your team must act to protect little lungs. This short guide helps North Dakota child care directors and providers make clear, fast choices. Use simple steps: check the Air Quality Index (AQI), pick a cutoff, improve ... When the Sky Turns Hazy: How Should North Dakota Child Care Providers Protect Kids from Wildfire Smoke?
Big events like the 2026 World Cup bring big crowds, traffic, and new questions for child care programs in host cities. This short guide gives clear steps you can use now to protect children, keep daily routines, and help families feel calm. You will see easy lists, quick checks, and links to helpfu... How can child care programs handle drop-off, safety, and schedules during the 2026 World Cup in big cities?
Keeping children safe is the most important job at a child care center. This article is for directors and providers who want clear, doable steps. You will find simple actions, checks, and ideas you can use right away. Remember: state requirements vary - check your state licensing agency. Why does... How can child care centers manage safety and reduce risk every day?