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So You Want to Open a Child Care Center? Welcome to the Beautiful Chaos
05/08/2026Opening a child care #center sounds simple when it first pops into your mind. Find a building. Add toys. Hire teachers. Welcome children. Done! Not quite. Opening a child care center is more like putting together a giant puzzle while someone plays the clean-up song in the background and a #toddle... So You Want to Open a Child Care Center? Welcome to the Beautiful Chaos
Paper Airplanes
09/23/2022Paper Airplanes Good weather has returned! Everyone loves flying paper airplanes. There are classic methods, origami methods, and drawing methods. Check out this small sampling of websites. Enjoy! Classic folding methods from childhood but done the right way: How to Make the Wor... Paper Airplanes
Art Exploration for Kids: Colors, Textures, and Creativity
06/17/2026Art time can feel messy, joyful, and full of learning. This article gives you clear ideas and steps to explore #colors, #textures, and #creativity with young children. You will find simple invitations, set-up tips, inclusion ideas, and ways to document learning. How can simple invitations t... Art Exploration for Kids: Colors, Textures, and Creativity
Which Handwashing Activities Best Help Young Children Build Healthy Habits?
07/15/2026Handwashing is a simple, affordable, and highly effective way to promote healthier habits in early childhood programs. This article provides practical, classroom-ready activities and program-level strategies that help young children learn the five essential handwashing steps and apply them throughou... Which Handwashing Activities Best Help Young Children Build Healthy Habits?
How can I create developmentally appropriate activities for every child?
06/09/2026Creating activities that fit each child makes your day calmer and learning stronger. This article is for child care providers and directors. It uses clear steps, lists, and links to helpful resources from ChildCareEd and trusted sites. You will see simple ideas you can use today. Remember: state req... How can I create developmentally appropriate activities for every child?
July 4th Fireworks in the classroom
06/27/2023July 4th Fireworks in the classroom Instructing children about the significance of July 4th can be a fun and educational experience. There are many creative ways to teach young children about the history of Independence Day. One approach is to focus on the symbols and traditions associated ... July 4th Fireworks in the classroom
Maryland Conference Giveaway
04/12/2023Maryland Conference Giveaway If you don’t already, follow us on FB to win some awesome prizes! We're hosting a giveaway for the MSCCA conference. From now until May 4th, anyone who follows us on Facebook or signs up for our mailing list will be entered for a chance to win several p... Maryland Conference Giveaway
Happy Groundhog Day
02/03/2023Happy Groundhog Day Groundhog Day offers a playful, research‑aligned opportunity to connect seasonal observation with developmentally appropriate learning goals. Use these hands‑on activities to teach observation, seasonal vocabulary, fine motor skills, and early science inquiry while supportin... Happy Groundhog Day
Wisconsin Child Care Licensing Rules: A Guide for Family Child Care Centers and Group Child Care Centers
04/16/2026Every child care program in #Wisconsin needs clear rules to keep kids safe and families confident. This guide helps directors and in‑home providers understand the main rules, the paperwork, and the trainings you must have. What are the key licensing rules for Wisconsin daycare and in‑home pro... Wisconsin Child Care Licensing Rules: A Guide for Family Child Care Centers and Group Child Care Centers
How Can Oklahoma Providers Help Families After Expanded Subsidy Access for School-Age Care?
06/15/2026Oklahoma is changing how child care help works for children past pre-K. This article answers what changed, who is affected, and what providers and directors can do right now. The goal is practical steps you can use in your #Oklahoma program to keep kids safe, supported, and enrolled in quality care.... How Can Oklahoma Providers Help Families After Expanded Subsidy Access for School-Age Care?
