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How can North Dakota providers stretch food costs with CACFP?
06/17/2026Stretching food dollars while serving healthy meals is possible. This guide is for #providers and directors in #NorthDakota who want simple, practical steps to make CACFP work for their program. You will get easy-to-follow steps for joining CACFP, planning low-cost menus, tracking meals, finding rei... How can North Dakota providers stretch food costs with CACFP?
What Toddler Daily Schedule Ideas Work Best in Child Care?
06/30/2026Every day in a toddler room runs better with a clear, simple plan. This article answers practical questions about toddler daily schedule ideas you can use in child care. It is written for child care providers and directors who want on-the-ground tips that respect children’s needs and staff t... What Toddler Daily Schedule Ideas Work Best in Child Care?
ChildCareEd Launches New Comprehensive CDA Subject Area Trainings
09/03/2024ChildCareEd is launching focused CDA Subject Area trainings. Each module is a 10-hour course that targets a single CDA competency. Two examples are CDA Subject Area 1 (planning a safe, healthy learning environment) and CDA Subject Area 3 (supporting social and emotional development). These modular c... ChildCareEd Launches New Comprehensive CDA Subject Area Trainings
Get Ready for the Kids: Why You Should Get First Aid and CPR Certified
08/07/2024As summer wanes and institutions prepare for a new academic term, parents, educators, and child care professionals should ensure clinical readiness by securing First Aid and CPR certification. These competencies are essential for practitioners responsible for children's safety and well-being. Chil... Get Ready for the Kids: Why You Should Get First Aid and CPR Certified
DEI Activities in ChildCareEd Resources!
10/27/2023What DEI activities and resources are available in ChildCareEd's Free Resource Library? ChildCareEd's searchable Free Resource Library includes ready-to-use materials and activity ideas for multicultural learning, inclusive play, and family engagement. For providers seeking structured professional ... DEI Activities in ChildCareEd Resources!
How can Texas child care programs support inclusion every day?
05/25/2026Everyday choices help every child feel welcome. Small changes in routines, space, and communication make big differences for children with different needs. Your program can be a place where every child belongs, learns, and grows. Use simple steps from trusted guides like ChildCareEd’s inclus... How can Texas child care programs support inclusion every day?
How can daily reflection transform your practice as a child care professional?
07/21/2026What if five minutes of focused thinking each day could improve classroom interactions, reduce stress, and help you plan stronger learning experiences? Daily reflection is a practical habit that turns observations into intentional change — for individual caregivers and whole programs. ... How can daily reflection transform your practice as a child care professional?
How can I support inclusion in Florida play and daily routines?
05/25/2026Inclusion means every child can join play, routines, and learning with friends. Small choices make a big difference. This article gives simple, practical steps you can use today in your #Florida program to help all your #children feel welcome and safe. State requirements vary - check your state lice... How can I support inclusion in Florida play and daily routines?
Creating Your Own Galaxies
06/30/2023Use this hands-on project to connect measurement and fractions, vocabulary development, and creative expression. To help teachers translate the craft into intentional learning, see ChildCareEd courses such as Math Foundations in Early Childhood and Children at the Wheel: Emergent Curriculum, which c... Creating Your Own Galaxies
Helping children develop Fine Motor Skills
06/15/2023Fine motor development is the progressive refinement of small muscle control and hand-eye coordination that supports tasks from self-care to emergent writing. In this practical guide for early childhood educators, you will find a classroom-ready rubber band activity plus guidance on adaptations, ass... Helping children develop Fine Motor Skills
