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Professional Development Training in Covid Times
02/09/2021Even in the midst of the changes that happened due to Covid, life still marches on. There are children to teach, milestones to meet, and professional credentials to maintain. Depending on the state, early childhood educators must complete anywhere between 6 and 12 hours of CEUs (Continuing Education... Professional Development Training in Covid Times
Free Infant Lesson Plans for Daycare and Early Learning
07/20/2026Meaningful infant lesson planning begins with simple, responsive experiences that support each child’s development through play, movement, sensory exploration, and caring interactions. ChildCareEd’s online, self-paced Meaningful Lesson Planning for Infants/Toddlers course helps educators... Free Infant Lesson Plans for Daycare and Early Learning
Child Development Training
10/14/2021To build confident, developmentally appropriate practice, many educators pair formal coursework with applied observation and mentoring. Consider starting with ChildCareEd’s 45 Hour Child Growth and Development or the fully online 45 hour Growth and Development (Birth–age 12) Online, whic... Child Development Training
How can we build developmentally appropriate programs for young children?
05/26/2026Building a program that fits young children is doable. This guide helps child care providers and directors plan clear, kind, and smart programs. It shows simple steps for using Developmentally Appropriate Practice so your #children learn through #play, feel safe, and grow. You will see links to help... How can we build developmentally appropriate programs for young children?
What are age-appropriate learning activities for infants, toddlers & preschoolers in Michigan?
05/14/2026Child care providers and directors: this short guide gives clear, practical activity ideas and planning steps for your #infants, #toddlers, and #preschoolers in #Michigan. You'll find simple examples you can use today, links to free ChildCareEd resources, and tips on safety, observation, and docum... What are age-appropriate learning activities for infants, toddlers & preschoolers in Michigan?
How Can Preschool Teachers Effectively Support Early Math Skills in the Classroom?
07/22/2026Strong early #math experiences create confident learners and calmer classrooms — but many providers wonder how to make math daily, playful, and developmentally appropriate. This article gives practical, research-informed steps you can start using Monday morning and points to targeted professio... How Can Preschool Teachers Effectively Support Early Math Skills in the Classroom?
What are the infant care best practices Minnesota child care providers should follow?
06/08/2026Working with babies is a big job. This short guide helps Minnesota child care providers protect infants and support families. You will find easy steps for safe sleep, feeding, cleaning, screening, and daily routines. Use the numbered lists and links to trusted resources to build clear policies and t... What are the infant care best practices Minnesota child care providers should follow?
Kindergarten…here I come!
05/03/2022Preschool teachers often worry about how they can get their little ones ready for the next step in other academic careers, kindergarten. Teachers frequently believe that some indicators of school readiness include having their children be able to recite colors, shapes, numbers, and letters as well a... Kindergarten…here I come!
Why Does Self-Regulation Matter More Than ABCs for Minnesota Kindergarten Readiness?
07/06/2026Starting kindergarten is about more than knowing letters. For Minnesota child care leaders and teachers, helping children learn to calm down, wait, follow routines, and ask for help is one of the best ways to set them up for school success. This short article explains why #selfregulation matters so ... Why Does Self-Regulation Matter More Than ABCs for Minnesota Kindergarten Readiness?
How Can We Teach Young Children to Care for the Environment?
07/21/2026Can preschoolers become real stewards of the planet? Teaching young children to care for the #environment is practical, developmentally appropriate, and deeply rewarding — and it starts with simple routines and well-designed outdoor experiences. If you want step-by-step ideas for turning your ... How Can We Teach Young Children to Care for the Environment?
