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Activites with Shadows
09/23/2022Activities with Shadows Warmer weather and more hours of sunlight are coming. This means that it is time to play shadow tag and learn "what is a shadow?" Here are a few websites to collect new ideas. Making Shadow Puppets (www.sciencebuddies.org) The Ultimate List of Shadow Experiments for Kids... Activites with Shadows
Renting a Home in Nevada: Can You Operate Licensed Child Care as a Tenant?
02/18/2026Yes, sometimes. In #Nevada, you may be able to run licensed child care while renting a home, but there are important rules to follow. As a #tenant, you usually need your #landlord’s written permission, and you must meet state (and sometimes county) #licensing and #safety requirements. ... Renting a Home in Nevada: Can You Operate Licensed Child Care as a Tenant?
Texas Child Care Licensing Inspection: What Inspectors Look For and How to Prepare
03/02/2026If you run or manage a child care program in Texas, inspections are part of the job. Good preparation keeps children safe, protects your staff, and helps your program stay open. This article explains what inspectors look for and gives clear, doable steps to get ready. Why it matters... Texas Child Care Licensing Inspection: What Inspectors Look For and How to Prepare
I-Messages for Kids: Meaning, Examples, and Sentence Starters
03/06/2026I-messages are short sentences adults teach children so kids can share feelings without blaming others. When teachers use I-messages, children learn to name feelings and ask for a change. This supports a calm, kind #classroom and stronger #communication, which can reduce challenging ... I-Messages for Kids: Meaning, Examples, and Sentence Starters
Big Love, Little Hands: Fun Mother’s Day Classroom Ideas for Kids
02/23/2026Mother’s Day can be one of the sweetest days in a childcare classroom when it’s planned with care. Some children live with their mom, some don’t. Some have two moms, a grandma, an aunt, a foster parent, a dad who does “mom jobs,” or another loving grown-up. The goa... Big Love, Little Hands: Fun Mother’s Day Classroom Ideas for Kids
How to Prepare for a Silver State Stars Rating Visit in Nevada (Documents + Tips)
02/23/2026A Silver State Stars rating visit is a chance to highlight what your program does well. This article helps Nevada child care directors feel prepared by focusing on the paperwork and simple organization steps that make the visit smoother and less stressful. When your documents are easy to find and up... How to Prepare for a Silver State Stars Rating Visit in Nevada (Documents + Tips)
Illinois Child Care Ratios and Group Sizes by Age (Center + Home Quick Guide)
02/27/2026This quick guide helps directors and child care providers understand Illinois rules for staff-to-child ratios and maximum group size by age. It focuses on licensed day care centers (Part 407) and gives simple tips for mixed-age rooms and inspection-ready documentation. Always remember: rules can ch... Illinois Child Care Ratios and Group Sizes by Age (Center + Home Quick Guide)
Halloween Classroom Activities Kids Will Go Batty For
03/04/2026Halloween can be exciting and calm when you plan simple activities with clear rules. This guide gives you low-cost ideas for #Halloween fun that supports learning, movement, and kindness for every child including children who may need #SensoryPlay breaks or extra support. ... Halloween Classroom Activities Kids Will Go Batty For
Beyond ABCs: Why ‘Loose Parts’ Play Is the Secret Sauce in Early Childhood Education
10/29/2024By fostering an environment where children can manipulate and interact with diverse objects, Loose Parts Play not only enhances their imaginative capabilities but also supports essential #developmental skills such as problem-solving, collaboration, and critical thinking. Loose Parts Play ChildCare... Beyond ABCs: Why ‘Loose Parts’ Play Is the Secret Sauce in Early Childhood Education
Texas Child Care Training Requirements
11/01/2021DFPS child care licensing Child Care Licensing (CCL) was originally part of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (#DFPS). However, on September 1, 2017, CCL became part of Texas Health and Human Services (HHS). This was done as part of a statewide reorganization of #childcar... Texas Child Care Training Requirements
