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What Does Oklahoma’s 2026 Child Care Funding Mean for Providers and Families?
06/17/2026Oklahoma is getting new money and program changes for child care in 2026. This article helps center directors and #providers understand what the changes mean for your budget, staff, and the families you serve. Read on for clear steps you can take now. Remember: state requirements vary - check your... What Does Oklahoma’s 2026 Child Care Funding Mean for Providers and Families?
How Many Kids Can You Babysit in Your Home Without a License?
06/17/2026Thinking about watching a few neighborhood kids in your #home? Many providers ask the same question: how many children can I #babysit before I need a formal #license? This short guide helps directors and home providers understand the common rules, why it matters, and clear steps to keep your program... How Many Kids Can You Babysit in Your Home Without a License?
Do You Need a Degree to Be a Daycare Director?
06/17/2026Many child care leaders ask the same question: can I become a #director without a college degree? The short answer is: in many states, yes. You can build the right mix of hands-on #experience, approved #training, and paperwork to meet licensing rules. This article gives clear steps you can use today... Do You Need a Degree to Be a Daycare Director?
Nurturing Hearts: Helping Children Grow with Kindness and Care
06/17/2026Every day in your program you can plant small seeds of compassion. This article gives simple, proven steps to help young #children learn caring, sharing, and calm ways to solve problems. You'll find easy routines, activities, and ways to work with families. Use the ideas that fit your group and your... Nurturing Hearts: Helping Children Grow with Kindness and Care
Infant Lesson Plans for Play, Care, and Development
06/17/2026Infant lesson plans are not worksheets — they are simple guides that help you make the most of play, daily care, and the tiny steps babies take every day. This article gives clear, practical steps you can use in your #infant room. You will find ideas for goals, play activities, care-based lear... Infant Lesson Plans for Play, Care, and Development
How is California's TK expansion reshaping private preschool and family child care — and how can providers adapt?
06/17/2026California’s move to make Transitional Kindergarten (TK) available to all 4‑year‑olds is changing the early learning world. Many child care centers and family child care homes are seeing kids leave for free TK seats at public schools. This article explains what changed, what that means for... How is California's TK expansion reshaping private preschool and family child care — and how can providers adapt?
Art Exploration for Kids: Colors, Textures, and Creativity
06/17/2026Art time can feel messy, joyful, and full of learning. This article gives you clear ideas and steps to explore #colors, #textures, and #creativity with young children. You will find simple invitations, set-up tips, inclusion ideas, and ways to document learning. How can simple invitations t... Art Exploration for Kids: Colors, Textures, and Creativity
Cultural Activities for Toddlers: Music, Food, Art, and Stories
06/17/2026Young children love to explore sound, taste, color, and story. This article gives simple, respectful, low-cost ideas child care providers and directors can use with #toddlers using #music, #food, #art, and #stories. Each idea is short, easy to adapt, and links to trusted ChildCareEd resources so y... Cultural Activities for Toddlers: Music, Food, Art, and Stories
What do Washington providers need to know about the 2026 WCCC subsidy cuts before July 1?
06/17/2026Washington child care leaders: this short guide explains the 2026 changes to Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) and what to do before July 1. It is written for center directors and family home providers in plain language. You will see practical steps, common mistakes to avoid, and answers to qu... What do Washington providers need to know about the 2026 WCCC subsidy cuts before July 1?
Teaching Sign Language Through Songs, Games, and Play
06/17/2026Teaching sign language through music and play is fun, simple, and powerful. This article gives child care providers clear steps to add signs to songs, games, and daily routines. You will find practical ideas, short games, and ways to include families and every learner. Use a few signs at a time, r... Teaching Sign Language Through Songs, Games, and Play
