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Nursery Snack Ideas by Age: What Can Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers Safely Eat?
08/28/2026Choosing nursery snacks is both a nutrition decision and a safety responsibility: the right food must match a child’s developmental skills, eating abilities, allergies, and program policies. Strengthen your daily practice with CDA Infants/Toddlers: Smart Nutrition & Feeding, which helps pr... Nursery Snack Ideas by Age: What Can Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers Safely Eat?
Counting Candy Canes: The STEM of Holiday Fun for Early Learners
12/03/2024The holiday season brings with it a unique blend of joy, excitement, and opportunities for learning, especially for young children. As families and #educators embrace the festive spirit, they can leverage this time to introduce foundational concepts in #mathematics and STEM (Science, Technology, Eng... Counting Candy Canes: The STEM of Holiday Fun for Early Learners
Tiny Tinkerers: How Messy Play Today Could Lead to Tomorrow’s Top Inventors
09/21/2024ChildCareEd discusses the significance of messy play in childhood #development, emphasizing its role in fostering exploration, experimentation, and hands-on learning experiences. Messy play encompasses activities that encourage children to engage creatively without the constraints of cleanliness, th... Tiny Tinkerers: How Messy Play Today Could Lead to Tomorrow’s Top Inventors
How Can a Fourth of July Activity Pack Blend Literacy and Math?
09/23/2026A holiday activity pack can do more than fill a festive morning—it can turn children’s excitement about stars, flags, and summer celebrations into meaningful practice with words, numbers, and patterns. Explore how to use the Math Foundations in Early Childhood course to strengthen your p... How Can a Fourth of July Activity Pack Blend Literacy and Math?
STEM for Preschoolers: Fun Activities That Encourage Curiosity
08/10/2026Preschoolers are already natural investigators—your role is to give their questions somewhere meaningful to go. Explore practical activities that build scientific reasoning, early mathematics, language, and collaboration, then strengthen your instructional foundation with Building Early Scienc... STEM for Preschoolers: Fun Activities That Encourage Curiosity
Is the 90-Hour Childcare Certification Really Worth It?
02/03/2025The 90-hour child care training program may help aspiring professionals build knowledge and skills for work with children. Training in child development, health, and safety can support professional learning, but whether a particular course is required or recognized depends on the learner’s rol... Is the 90-Hour Childcare Certification Really Worth It?
Which 45-Hour Child Care Course Do I Need? A Guide to Choosing the Right Training
08/12/2026Choosing among several 45-hour child care courses can feel confusing, especially when your role, age group, and state requirements all matter. Start by clarifying your professional goal, then consider the 45-Hour Growth and Development Birth–Age 12 Online course to build a broad foundation in ... Which 45-Hour Child Care Course Do I Need? A Guide to Choosing the Right Training
Gut Gnomes and Fairy Food: How to Feed the Magical Creatures Living in Your Kid’s Tummy
09/10/2024The whimsical realm of Gut Gnomes—tiny, enchanting beings that are said to dwell within the digestive systems of children. These delightful guardians not only symbolize the significance of gut #health but also serve as a #playful reminder of the connection between what we eat and how we feel.&... Gut Gnomes and Fairy Food: How to Feed the Magical Creatures Living in Your Kid’s Tummy
Veggie Faces, Rainbows, and Snack Boards: Creative Ways to Present Vegetables to Kids
08/28/2026Could a cucumber smile, a rainbow of peppers, or a child-designed snack board make vegetables feel less intimidating? Creative presentation gives children a playful, low-pressure way to explore color, texture, choice, and taste while supporting nutritious routines. For a deeper foundation in balance... Veggie Faces, Rainbows, and Snack Boards: Creative Ways to Present Vegetables to Kids
Cocoa, Cookies, and Cognitive Development: The Holiday Nutrition Guide for Little Learners
12/09/2024The holiday season offers culturally rich opportunities and sensory experiences, yet the proliferation of baked goods and confections can disrupt the dietary patterns that underpin early learning. Child care professionals and caregivers can reconcile celebration with nutrition by applying evidence-i... Cocoa, Cookies, and Cognitive Development: The Holiday Nutrition Guide for Little Learners
