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Can simple indoor movement games teach listening and cooperation to preschoolers in Oklahoma?
05/01/2026Indoor movement games can be small, short, and powerful. This article gives easy games and clear steps you can try today to teach young children to listen, wait their turn, and work together. These ideas are meant for child care providers and directors who need classroom-ready plans that fit tight... Can simple indoor movement games teach listening and cooperation to preschoolers in Oklahoma?
How and Why Does Music Boost Brain Development in the First Five Years?
07/15/2026From diaper changes accompanied by gentle songs to simple music during circle time, everyday musical moments do much more than entertain—they help shape the developing infant and toddler brain. During the first five years, neural pathways are especially responsive to patterned sound, movement,... How and Why Does Music Boost Brain Development in the First Five Years?
Make Music Day
06/23/2023Today is International Music Day! What is Make Music Day and where did it begin? Make Music Day (also known internationally as Fête de la Musique) began as a public-music initiative in France. The idea was simple and durable: encourage free, participatory musical events across cities so that am... Make Music Day
How can inexpensive sensory bins boost language, fine motor, social-emotional, and cognitive development?
07/16/2026Low-cost sensory bins are one of the highest-return, lowest-cost strategies you can add to your classroom or program today. With everyday fillers, a few durable tools, and intentional prompts you can create short, repeatable learning moments that support #sensory #language #finemotor #socialemotio... How can inexpensive sensory bins boost language, fine motor, social-emotional, and cognitive development?
Pool Noodle Sea Creatures: A Fun Ocean Craft for Preschoolers
06/18/2026Pool noodle sea creature crafts are a bright, low-cost way to teach about the ocean while building skills. These projects use simple materials you likely already have or can get cheaply. They are great for group time, small groups, or art centers. You can start with the ChildCareEd pool noodle idea ... Pool Noodle Sea Creatures: A Fun Ocean Craft for Preschoolers
World Oceans Day
06/09/2023World Oceans Day offers early childhood programs a standards-aligned occasion to teach ocean science, cultural connections, and environmental stewardship while practicing fine-motor, language, and social-emotional skills. The United Nations provides background on the observance (UN World Oceans Day)... World Oceans Day
How can childcare programs prevent choking and keep mealtimes safe?
07/15/2026Choking prevention and safe mealtime supervision are everyday priorities for child care directors and providers. This article offers clear, practical, and research-informed steps programs can use immediately to reduce risks, strengthen staff confidence, and protect children during meals and snacks. ... How can childcare programs prevent choking and keep mealtimes safe?
How can child care providers support children with feeding difficulties?
07/17/2026Supporting children with feeding difficulties is one of the most common—and often most stressful—challenges directors and providers face in early care settings. This article offers practical, evidence-informed strategies that can be used in classrooms, kitchens, and conversations with fa... How can child care providers support children with feeding difficulties?
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National Popcorn Day
02/03/2023National Popcorn Day - January 19th POPCORNT.ORG - January 19th is National Popcorn Day, a day bursting with goodness and good taste. National Popcorn Day celebrates one of nature’s most extraordinary foods: popcorn! Popcorn has the unique ability to literally turn itself inside out... National Popcorn Day
Scavenger Hunt January
02/03/2023Scavenger Hunt, Anyone? Never too old or too young for a good scavenger hunt. Scavenger hunts are a great way to assess concepts and skills such as color recognition, improved observation skills, and pre-literacy skills to name a few. Here are a few idea starters to get the creativity flo... Scavenger Hunt January
