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One, Two, Eyes on You: A Fun Way to Build Listening Skills
07/01/2026Young children learn listening with short, playful steps. This article gives a simple, classroom-ready game called "One, Two, Eyes on You" and shows how to use it to teach #listening, body control, and group play. Why does listening matter for preschoolers? Listening shapes learning. When ... One, Two, Eyes on You: A Fun Way to Build Listening Skills
The Senses and Montessori
11/30/2021Providers who want practical, classroom-ready guidance can start with our The Montessori Classroom: Theory to Practice and Montessori Foundations courses, both designed for busy early childhood professionals seeking hands-on sensorial strategies. For mixed-age programs, sensorial work can act as an... The Senses and Montessori
Traumatic Brain Injuries in Infants and Young Children
06/22/2021Protecting infants from brain injury requires awareness, prevention, and training. ChildCareEd courses such as Brain Injury Awareness in Young Children and Active Supervision help staff recognize risk factors, practice prevention strategies, and build practical response skills. What is Traumatic ... Traumatic Brain Injuries in Infants and Young Children
What Is Responsive Caregiving for Infants and Toddlers and How Do We Do It Well?
06/30/2026Responsive caregiving means noticing what a baby needs and answering quickly with kindness. This article gives simple steps you can use today in your infant and toddler rooms. It is for child care directors and providers who want practical ideas for daily care, training, and room rhythms. You will f... What Is Responsive Caregiving for Infants and Toddlers and How Do We Do It Well?
How Do Infants Learn Through Everyday Caregiving Routines?
07/17/2026Every diaper change, feeding, and nap transition is more than a task — it is a sequence of learning moments that build relationships, language, and regulation. Everyday #caregiving loops provide repeated, predictable interactions that shape infant brains, support secure #attachment, and scaffo... How Do Infants Learn Through Everyday Caregiving Routines?
How can Michigan infant caregivers prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome?
05/19/2026Every day, you care for tiny children and want them to be safe. This article gives clear, easy steps for Michigan infant caregivers to prevent #shaken #baby injuries. You will find simple actions, training options, ways to calm crying infants, and what to do if you suspect abuse. These tips come f... How can Michigan infant caregivers prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome?
How Do Infants Learn Through Everyday Caregiving Routines?
07/21/2026Want to turn every diaper change, feed, and nap into intentional learning? Every caregiving moment is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, language, and self-regulation for the youngest children. If you’re ready to make routine tasks more purposeful, consider taking Early Learning with ... How Do Infants Learn Through Everyday Caregiving Routines?
Confidence Boosters for Preschoolers
03/07/2022Preschool teachers and classroom teams can intentionally grow children's confidence by offering predictable routines, small "just-right" successes, and words that celebrate effort. Below are short, classroom-ready strategies you can use today, plus links to short ChildCareEd courses that expand each... Confidence Boosters for Preschoolers
Celebrate Juneteenth in Baltimore
06/13/2023Juneteenth, known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federally recognized holiday in the United States that honors the liberation of African American slaves. It is named after the date on which Major General Gordon Granger issued an order in Texas on June 19, 1865, announcing freedom for ... Celebrate Juneteenth in Baltimore
How can I make easy, useful lesson plans for my childcare program?
06/18/2026Lesson planning in childcare does not need to be hard. This short guide helps #teachers and directors make clear, flexible plans that help #children learn and feel safe. You will find simple steps, quick tools, and links to helpful resources. Read on to find fast ways to plan, adapt lessons for diff... How can I make easy, useful lesson plans for my childcare program?
