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Diapering and Toileting Standards in Illinois: Hygiene Steps That Protect Health
03/10/2026Diapering and toileting are a big part of daily care. They may seem simple, but they matter a lot. Safe diapering helps stop germs from spreading. Good toileting routines help children feel confident and respected. Following Illinois rules also helps your program stay in compliance and build trust w... Diapering and Toileting Standards in Illinois: Hygiene Steps That Protect Health
Include ChildCareEd in Your Grant Proposal for Training Support
03/10/2026Organizations applying for grant funding to #support #early-childhood-education initiatives can strengthen their proposals by including ChildCareEd as a training partner. ChildCareEd works with programs, agencies, and organizations to provide professional #development and training in-kind as part of... Include ChildCareEd in Your Grant Proposal for Training Support
Can 30-Minute Literacy Centers for Pre-K Really Work?
03/10/2026Introduction Short, focused center time can change learning. A 30-minute block for literacy gives children steady practice with books, sounds, and talking. This article helps #teachers and directors plan easy, strong 30-minute literacy blocks for #preK. You will learn simple steps, ready activities... Can 30-Minute Literacy Centers for Pre-K Really Work?
Process Art or Product Art: Which Should Early Childhood Programs Choose?
03/10/2026Introduction This article helps child care leaders answer a big question: should your program use #process art or #product art? You will learn what each approach looks like, why it matters for young #children, and how to use both in ways that build #creativity in your classroom. State requirements ... Process Art or Product Art: Which Should Early Childhood Programs Choose?
When should I recommend an evaluation and what can teachers document?
03/10/2026Introduction You see children every day. You notice small things that parents and doctors may not see. That makes you one of the first people to spot a concern. This short guide helps child care providers and directors know when to recommend an evaluation and what to write down. We focus on clear s... When should I recommend an evaluation and what can teachers document?
How can preschool classrooms support children with autism in practical ways?
03/10/2026Introduction This short guide is for child care providers and directors who want clear, simple ways to support children with autism in preschool. You will find hands-on ideas you can try without big budgets. The tips are friendly, doable, and based on trusted resources like ChildCareEd’s incl... How can preschool classrooms support children with autism in practical ways?
Celebrate Holy Thursday with These Kids Activities
03/09/2026Holy Thursday is a quiet day during Holy Week. For some Christian families, it is a day to remember a special meal, kindness, service, and caring for others. In a child care setting, the simplest way to explain it is with words children already understand. You might say, “Holy Thursday is a sp... Celebrate Holy Thursday with These Kids Activities
Week of the Young Child for Kids: Easy Activity Ideas
03/09/2026Week of the Young Child is a special time to celebrate young children, their families, and the people who care for and teach them. It is often marked with simple daily themes like music, food, teamwork, art, and family connection. These activities help children feel important, support learning throu... Week of the Young Child for Kids: Easy Activity Ideas
Celebrate Mahavir Jayanti with These Fun Kids Activities
03/09/2026Mahavir Jayanti is the birthday of Lord Mahavira, an important teacher in Jainism. He is known for teaching kindness, peace, self-control, and nonviolence. For child care programs, this holiday can be a gentle way to help children practice caring behavior and learn respect for all living things. Th... Celebrate Mahavir Jayanti with These Fun Kids Activities
DCF 45-Hour Child Care Course: Start Here
03/09/2026If you work in #Florida child care, training is one of the first big steps. The Florida Department of Children and Families sets training rules for child care personnel, and those rules help programs keep children safe and support better care. Florida law also requires ongoing training after the int... DCF 45-Hour Child Care Course: Start Here
