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12/24/2020According to ScienceDaily[1], an online news site featuring breaking news in science, health, and the environment, a child will die of choking on food every five days in the United States. Without knowing first aid or CPR, it is difficult to help the child in a moment's notice, especia... Are You Ready?
National School Bus Safety Week
10/20/2021It is National School Bus Safety Week! This article summarizes practical steps early childhood professionals can take to reduce risk during arrivals, dismissals and field trips. For staff training that aligns with these topics, see our Transportation and Field Trip Safety course and the Basic Healt... National School Bus Safety Week
Best Daycare Field Trip Ideas in California
04/23/2026Field trips are a fun way to help young children learn outside the classroom. This guide helps child care providers and directors in California pick, plan, and run great outings. You will find simple ideas, safety steps, and links to useful ChildCareEd resources like Field Trip Ideas in California a... Best Daycare Field Trip Ideas in California
How can we build a Minnesota summer program that keeps school-agers engaged?
06/30/2026Summer is a big chance to keep #Minnesota school-age children active, curious, and learning. This short guide is for child care providers and directors who run school-age programs. It gives easy schedules, low-cost activity ideas, safety checks, family partnership tips, and small ways to show learni... How can we build a Minnesota summer program that keeps school-agers engaged?
Best Daycare Field Trip Ideas in Wisconsin
04/23/2026Field trips give children chances to explore their world. They can be fun, hands-on, and full of learning. This guide is for child care providers and directors who plan outings in #Wisconsin. It focuses on thoughtful choices for young learners, safety, and simple ways to link trips to your classroo... Best Daycare Field Trip Ideas in Wisconsin
Best Daycare Field Trip Ideas in Virginia
04/23/2026Introduction Field trips are memorable chances for children to learn outside the classroom. Good trips are simple to plan, match your group, and keep everyone #safe. Planning trips in #Virginia can spark curiosity, build social skills, and support classroom #Learning for your #Daycare. For quick id... Best Daycare Field Trip Ideas in Virginia
How Can Child Care Programs Teach Fire Safety to Young Children?
07/21/2026Do you worry that a fire-safety lesson might either frighten young children or leave them unprepared when seconds count? This article gives practical, developmentally appropriate approaches to teach simple rules, rehearse calm evacuations, and partner with families so every child knows what to do. A... How Can Child Care Programs Teach Fire Safety to Young Children?
How Can Your Program Welcome All Family Structures?
07/21/2026Who belongs at your table? When a program intentionally welcomes every household—single parents, grandparents, blended families- children settle faster, families trust staff more, and learning time increases. A practical next step is the 2-hour course Bienvenido! Welcoming All Families, which ... How Can Your Program Welcome All Family Structures?
How Can Your Program Effectively Support Autistic Children?
07/21/2026Are you looking for practical, classroom-ready ways to help autistic children feel safe, included, and able to learn? Small, evidence-informed changes to routines, communication, and the environment reduce anxiety and increase participation for both the child and their peers. A focused next step is... How Can Your Program Effectively Support Autistic Children?
How Can I Host a Read Across America Day That Builds Lasting Literacy, Inclusion, and Family Engagement?
07/21/2026Ready to turn Read Across America Day into a classroom milestone—not just a party? Hosting a focused Read Across America event can boost children’s language development, strengthen family partnerships, and refresh your classroom practices. For practical, classroom-friendly read-aloud ... How Can I Host a Read Across America Day That Builds Lasting Literacy, Inclusion, and Family Engagement?
