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How can photos and work samples be used as reliable assessment evidence?
07/17/2026Using photos and work samples strategically turns everyday learning moments into reliable evidence that supports informed teaching decisions. This guide helps child care providers and directors transform candid images, artwork, writing samples, and other classroom artifacts into meaningful #assessme... How can photos and work samples be used as reliable assessment evidence?
How can assessment results be used to plan meaningful activities in early childhood programs?
07/17/2026Using assessment results to plan activities helps educators turn observations and developmental data into purposeful learning experiences for each child. This article guides child care providers and directors in translating informal and formal assessment findings into short-term learning goals, enga... How can assessment results be used to plan meaningful activities in early childhood programs?
Air Quality and Outdoor Play: Guidance for Schools and Child Care Programs
07/20/2026Outdoor play supports children’s health and development, but poor air quality and unsafe weather conditions can make normal activities risky. ChildCareEd’s Preventative Health and Safety training helps child care professionals recognize indoor and outdoor safety concerns, strengthen acti... Air Quality and Outdoor Play: Guidance for Schools and Child Care Programs
How Child Care Programs Can Keep Children Safe During Extreme Weather
07/20/2026Extreme weather can develop quickly, making preparation essential for every child care program. ChildCareEd’s online, self-paced Emergency and Disaster Preparedness course helps educators strengthen emergency procedures and prepare staff to respond safely. Programs can also use the free Emer... How Child Care Programs Can Keep Children Safe During Extreme Weather
How to Plan Safe Outdoor Activities During Hot Weather and Poor Air Quality
07/20/2026Hot weather and poor air quality can quickly turn outdoor play into a health and safety concern. ChildCareEd’s online, self-paced Family Child Care: Building, Premises, and Outdoor Safety course helps educators recognize outdoor hazards, strengthen active supervision, and make safer decisions ... How to Plan Safe Outdoor Activities During Hot Weather and Poor Air Quality
Preschool Social Science Activities: Community, Culture, and Family
07/20/2026Preschoolers begin learning about the world by exploring the people, traditions, families, and communities around them. ChildCareEd’s Families, Communities, and Classrooms: Working Together for Children self-paced online course helps educators recognize diverse family characteristics, build me... Preschool Social Science Activities: Community, Culture, and Family
Cultural Influences on Child Development: Examples for Families
05/28/2026Children bring home ways of talking, playing, eating, and caring into your program. When we notice those ways, children feel safer and learn better. This article helps child care providers and directors see clear examples families bring, why it matters, and practical steps you can use right away. Y... Cultural Influences on Child Development: Examples for Families
What are reflective teaching practices and how can they help my program?
05/04/2026Reflective teaching is a simple idea: think about what you do with children, learn from it, and try new things. This helps teachers and #children grow together. Reflection is a habit you build over time. It can be done alone or with your team. It does not need fancy tools — just honest think... What are reflective teaching practices and how can they help my program?
How does ChildCareEd support family childcare providers in small North Dakota towns?
05/21/2026Small-town family child care providers do big work. ChildCareEd helps by giving clear, low-cost training, easy-to-save certificates, help finding money, and local resources that make daily work easier. This article explains practical steps you can use this week. It is written for directors and home ... How does ChildCareEd support family childcare providers in small North Dakota towns?
Free CDA Certification Online: Scholarships, Grants, and Training Options
05/18/2026Many of us who run or work in child care want to earn the #CDA to grow our skills and improve quality. Good news: you can find free or low-cost online options, strong scholarship programs, and training help. This article will explain how to find funding, what steps you and your staff must take, and ... Free CDA Certification Online: Scholarships, Grants, and Training Options
