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How Can Child Care Centers Join Texas' Growing Pre-K Partnership Movement?
06/09/2026Texas school districts are building new pre-K partnerships with community child care programs. This creates chances for centers to enroll children, support families, and get stable funding. If you are a director or provider, this article gives clear steps you can use right away. We know change can f... How Can Child Care Centers Join Texas' Growing Pre-K Partnership Movement?
How do I earn a CDA in Texas: steps, costs, and requirements?
05/07/2026Thinking about a #CDA in #Texas? Good choice. Earning a Child Development Associate credential helps staff grow and meet licensing rules. To earn it you will need #training, a strong #portfolio, and to pass an #exam. This guide explains clear steps, common costs, required documents, and ways progr... How do I earn a CDA in Texas: steps, costs, and requirements?
What Does Texas’ Summit Tell Us About Caring for the Whole Child?
06/12/2026Early childhood care in Texas is getting a big spotlight. The idea is simple: children need more than letters and numbers. They need health, safety, love, play, and chances to try hard things. This article explains what the Texas summit highlighted and gives steps you can use in your program. We w... What Does Texas’ Summit Tell Us About Caring for the Whole Child?
Exploring Cultures with Around the World Activities
05/29/2026Traveling the world with your classroom can be easy, low-cost, and full of learning. Around-the-world activities help young children notice differences with respect and build a kinder classroom. These ideas support language, math, art, social-emotional learning, and community. For quick ready-to-... Exploring Cultures with Around the World Activities
How can preschool programs intentionally support early math skills every day?
07/17/2026Strong early math instruction is not a separate subject added to the preschool day; it can be intentionally woven into routines, play, conversations, and relationships. This practical guide helps child care providers and directors understand which early math concepts to introduce, when to build on c... How can preschool programs intentionally support early math skills every day?
Math and Montessori
11/30/2021Hey Georgia teachers — can toddlers learn mathematical concepts? Yes. In Montessori practice, sensorial, hands-on materials let children feel quantity, order, and measure before they meet numerals. If you want practical classroom strategies, start with two ChildCareEd trainings in the intro tier: ... Math and Montessori
Supporting Our Littlest Montessori Scientists!
11/30/2021Montessori education introduces children to advanced ideas in the early years and helps prepare them for a lifetime of scientific curiosity. Science naturally fits into this approach: topics include origins, astronomy, botany, chemistry, physics, and zoology. Montessori materials and lessons also fo... Supporting Our Littlest Montessori Scientists!
How can child care providers teach hands-on STEAM with everyday materials?
07/16/2026Young children are natural engineers, scientists, mathematicians, and artists when we give them time, tools, and trust. This practical guide shows how to use common, low-cost items to deliver meaningful, developmentally appropriate #STEAM learning in your #preschool program. You’ll get a sho... How can child care providers teach hands-on STEAM with everyday materials?
How can child care providers use simple STEM activities with early learners?
06/09/2026Your #preschoolers are little scientists. They learn best when they touch, test, build, and ask questions. Simple #STEM invitations that are #handsOn lead to joyful #exploration right in your #classroom. For practical ideas and teacher moves, see Preschool STEM Activities for Hands-On Learning and... How can child care providers use simple STEM activities with early learners?
Can Toddlers Do STEM in the Sandbox at Minnesota Daycares?
05/18/2026Hands-on play in a sandbox is perfect for early #STEM learning with toddlers. In this article, you will find simple science ideas that work in Minnesota daycares. The activities are low-cost and follow safe practices. They help toddlers explore, ask questions, and practice skills in your #daycare. S... Can Toddlers Do STEM in the Sandbox at Minnesota Daycares?
