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How Can Massachusetts Educators Make Professional Development Meaningful?
11/15/2021Professional development in Massachusetts can be more than a requirement—it can help educators solve real classroom challenges, strengthen their skills, and provide more inclusive care. Depending on the type of child care program and the number of hours worked each week, educators may need t... How Can Massachusetts Educators Make Professional Development Meaningful?
Master Child Care Administration with ChildCareEd
12/20/2024Running a successful child care program requires more than a passion for working with children—it demands a deep understanding of management, #leadership, and professional ethics. ChildCareEd’s Child Care Administration course and Leadership Through Mentorship course are designed to equi... Master Child Care Administration with ChildCareEd
Life-Saving Skills at Your Fingertips: The Importance of CPR Training
06/12/2024As the warm #summer months approach, families flock to pools, beaches, and lakes to beat the heat and enjoy quality time together. However, with the increased water activities comes the risk of drowning accidents. While no one wants to imagine such a harrowing scenario, being prepared with life-savi... Life-Saving Skills at Your Fingertips: The Importance of CPR Training
One in five children is overweight or obese by age 6. You can help.
04/17/2013Approximately one in five U.S. children has obesity by elementary school; early childhood settings are a critical influence on children's lifelong health. Current CDC data show that prevalence rises with age and that programs serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers can shape diet... One in five children is overweight or obese by age 6. You can help.
Beyond Learning Styles: Multimodal Strategies That Actually Work
01/12/2023People all experience and learn about the world differently, and this is especially true of children. Educators need to be aware of the different learning styles and how to plan instruction around them. For practical strategies and professional development, consider the courses Play, Learn, Grow and... Beyond Learning Styles: Multimodal Strategies That Actually Work
Juego cooperativo vs. juego paralelo: ¿Cuál es la diferencia?
06/17/2026Los niños pequeños muestran muchos tipos de juego. Como director o cuidador, saber la diferencia entre jugar lado a lado y jugar en equipo ayuda a diseñar el aula, elegir juguetes y guiar a los niños. Esta guía sencilla explica cómo reconocer cada tipo de ... Juego cooperativo vs. juego paralelo: ¿Cuál es la diferencia?
ChildCareEd Group Admin: An Easier Way to Manage Training Records
06/10/2026Running a child care program means juggling many tasks. Training records should not be one of the hardest. The ChildCareEd Group Admin (now called the Admin Portal) gives directors a single place to buy hours, add staff, assign courses, and download certificates. Using one dashboard helps you save t... ChildCareEd Group Admin: An Easier Way to Manage Training Records
Ice Cream and Asteroids!
07/27/2023Summer offers an excellent context for inquiry: concise, hands-on food activities can teach measurement, states of matter, and social-emotional competencies through observable, scaffolded learning. This article describes two classroom-tested projects—a no-machine ice-cream method and a... Ice Cream and Asteroids!
I’m Hungry, I’m Bored
09/14/2022We all feel this way sometimes, even children! Separation anxiety, lack of sleep, poor nutrition, illness, and a variety of other factors can affect a child’s mood from day to day. When childcare providers are able to determine the needs of individual children they are better able to supp... I’m Hungry, I’m Bored
How to Choose the Right Childcare Provider: What Parents Need to Know
10/11/2024With a plethora of choices available—from #daycare-centers to in- #home care—it''s crucial for #parents to approach this decision with careful thought and consideration. The ideal childcare environment not only prioritizes #safety but also nurtures #growth, learning, and socialization. ... How to Choose the Right Childcare Provider: What Parents Need to Know
