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Can ChildCareEd Make Oklahoma Child Care Training Easier for Your Program?
05/11/2026Working in child care takes a lot of heart and paperwork. This article explains how ChildCareEd’s flexible online courses can help Oklahoma child care programs meet rules, grow staff skills, and save time. You will find clear steps, course ideas, and tips to avoid common mistakes. Remember: st... Can ChildCareEd Make Oklahoma Child Care Training Easier for Your Program?
Why Does Old‑School Play (Blocks, Mud, Cardboard) Still Win?
07/16/2026Old-school materials—wooden blocks, mud and water, loose natural items, and large cardboard boxes—may look simple, but they provide exceptionally rich opportunities for learning. Unlike many single-purpose toys, these open-ended materials allow children to decide what to build, create, i... Why Does Old‑School Play (Blocks, Mud, Cardboard) Still Win?
Can technology help preschool classrooms teach better?
07/08/2026Young children are growing up surrounded by screens and smart toys. Child care leaders and teachers ask: can we use technology well in our preschool rooms to support learning, not replace play? This article gives practical, friendly answers for directors and providers. You will find clear benefits... Can technology help preschool classrooms teach better?
How do we build developmentally appropriate programs for young children?
06/01/2026Building a program that fits young children means planning with care, kindness, and simple steps. This short guide helps child care providers and directors set up warm, strong programs. You will find clear actions to take in your #children's day, links to helpful ChildCareEd tools, and trusted res... How do we build developmentally appropriate programs for young children?
Preschool Lesson Plans for Learning, Creativity, and Growth
06/24/2026Good lesson plans help your team create calm, playful days where children learn, make friends, and try new things. This article gives easy steps, ready ideas, and links to helpful templates so you can plan with confidence. Use short goals, simple materials, and routines that let kids explore safely.... Preschool Lesson Plans for Learning, Creativity, and Growth
Can doodling and drawing build fine motor skills and creativity?
07/15/2026Young children often enter the classroom eager to scribble, doodle, and experiment with making marks. When educators guide these experiences intentionally, everyday #doodling and #drawing can strengthen hand muscles, improve hand-eye coordination, refine #finemotor control, and encourage imaginative... Can doodling and drawing build fine motor skills and creativity?
Crayon Activities for Preschoolers: Color, Creativity, and Fine Motor Skills
06/10/2026Crayon time is an easy, low-cost way to help children learn. In this article you will find simple ideas you can use today to build #crayons skills, #creativity, #finemotor control, #color recognition, and joyful #play in your classroom. The tips are written for child care providers and directors who... Crayon Activities for Preschoolers: Color, Creativity, and Fine Motor Skills
Ah-Choo!
01/19/2021Every early childhood educator asks themselves these questions when working with children; the role in the classroom is not solely pedagogical but also clinical and supervisory. Educators must recognize early signs of contagion, communicate with families, and implement program policies that ... Ah-Choo!
Listening and Communicating
12/01/2022Listening is one of the most important professional competencies for child care practitioners; the degree to which staff attends, reflects, and responds shapes relationships, learning opportunities, and social-emotional development. To deepen practice, consider beginning with two short courses: Open... Listening and Communicating
How can New York providers host effective parent-teacher conferences?
07/08/2026Parent-teacher conferences are one of the best ways to build trust with families, share clear information about a child, and set simple next steps everyone can try. For guidance on creating long-term, strength-based partnerships that make conferences more effective, see building strong parent–teac... How can New York providers host effective parent-teacher conferences?
