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Behavioral Milestones in 2-5 year olds
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Behavioral Milestones in 2-5 year olds

Between the ages of 2 and 5, children's behavioral milestones include developing greater independence and #self-confidence. At this age, children also begin to show improved #social_skills, such as... Read more
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Relaxation Strategies for Children
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Relaxation Strategies for Children

This printable resource gives children simple, hands-on ways to relax when they feel worried, stressed, or overwhelmed. It includes belly breathing, squeeze-and-release, guided imagery, discussion ... Read more
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Teacher Appreciation Week Activities for Children
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Teacher Appreciation Week Activities for Children

Celebrate the amazing teachers in your classroom with these fun and meaningful Teacher Appreciation Week activities for children. This resource includes easy, hands-on ideas for infants through sch... Read more
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Cinco de Mayo Activities for Children
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Cinco de Mayo Activities for Children

Bring color, music, movement, and creativity into your classroom with these fun Cinco de Mayo activities for children. This resource includes simple, age-appropriate ideas for all ages with easy di... Read more
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Understanding Grain Crediting in CACFP
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Understanding Grain Crediting in CACFP

Need help understanding grain requirements in CACFP? This resource breaks down ounce equivalents, serving sizes, and which grain items count so providers can plan meals with more confidence. #CACF... Read more
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Building Healthy and Safe Sleep Routines for Young Children
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Building Healthy and Safe Sleep Routines for Young Children

Support healthy sleep habits with this practical early childhood resource on safe sleep and bedtime routines. It explains how sleep supports children’s growth, learning, attention, and emotional ... Read more
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Oral Health Activity Book for Children
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Oral Health Activity Book for Children

Teach young children healthy dental habits with this fun printable oral health activity book from the CDC. Designed for ages 3–8, this resource includes coloring pages, mazes, search-and-find act... Read more
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License Exempt Provider Serious Injury Report
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License Exempt Provider Serious Injury Report

Use this official reporting form to document serious injuries or deaths that occur in a license-exempt child care setting serving children who receive child care subsidy. The form includes incident... Read more
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Playing in Weather from Rain to Rainbows
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Playing in Weather from Rain to Rainbows

Discover playful ways to help young children explore weather through outdoor learning, sensory experiences, and hands-on science. This Head Start resource encourages children to investigate rain, w... Read more
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Safe and Unsafe Plants for Children
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Safe and Unsafe Plants for Children

Use this helpful plant safety resource to learn about common non-poisonous and poisonous plants found in and around the home. This guide encourages adults to label plants, supervise children near u... Read more
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Early Childhood Transitions: Supporting Children and Families
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Early Childhood Transitions: Supporting Children and Families

A useful resource for helping children and families navigate changes in early learning and care settings. This PDF offers guidance for supporting smoother transitions, strengthening family communic... Read more
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Managing Food Allergies In Schools
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Managing Food Allergies In Schools

A practical guide that helps teachers and child care staff plan safer field trips for children with food allergies. It includes easy planning steps like checking the destination, communicating with... Read more
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Starting Solid Foods in Child Care: Tips for ECE Providers
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Starting Solid Foods in Child Care: Tips for ECE Providers

A practical, easy-to-follow tip sheet for early educators introducing solid foods safely in child care settings. In early care and education settings, introduce solid foods when infants show develo... Read more
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Week of the Young Child Activities
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Week of the Young Child Activities

Week of the Young Child activities celebrate young children's learning and development through play-based, hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and creativity. Popular activities include art p... Read more
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How to Work in a Daycare With No Child Care Experience
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How to Work in a Daycare With No Child Care Experience

If you have no childcare experience, emphasize transferable skills like patience, communication, reliability, and any informal experience (babysitting, tutoring, volunteering) when applying for ent... Read more
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Dopamine in Children
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Dopamine in Children

Dopamine is a key neurotransmitter in children’s developing brains that helps regulate reward, motivation, attention, and motor control. Proper dopamine signaling supports learning, goal-directed... Read more
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National Stress Awareness Day: Calming Activities for Kids
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National Stress Awareness Day: Calming Activities for Kids

National Stress Awareness Day encourages families and schools to recognize and address stress in children by promoting simple, age-appropriate coping strategies. Calming activities such as deep bel... Read more
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ADHD Awareness Month Activities for Kids
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ADHD Awareness Month Activities for Kids

During ADHD Awareness Month, schools and community centers can host inclusive, sensory-friendly activities that celebrate neurodiversity and teach kids about attention differences in a supportive w... Read more
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month Classroom Activities
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month Classroom Activities

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Activities (Birth–Kindergarten) is a simple, age-appropriate resource that helps classrooms focus on caring, kindness, and community support through activities like ... Read more
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Hajj Activities for Children
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Hajj Activities for Children

Children can learn about Hajj through age-appropriate storytelling and role-play that introduce rituals like Ihram, Tawaf, Sa'i, and the standing at Arafat in simple, meaningful ways. These classro... Read more
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Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Activities
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Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Activities

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month is a great time to teach inclusion in an age-appropriate way. This free resource includes classroom activities from birth through school age with material... Read more
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Activities for Autism Awareness Month
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Activities for Autism Awareness Month

Autism Awareness Month (also often called Autism Acceptance Month) is an important time to celebrate neurodiversity and remind children that everyone learns, plays, and communicates in different wa... Read more
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Special Needs in Daycare: Supporting Communication
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Special Needs in Daycare: Supporting Communication

Daycares can support children with special needs by creating inclusive communication environments that use predictable routines, visual supports, and clear, simplified language. Implementing augmen... Read more
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Special Needs in Daycare: Behavior Support
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Special Needs in Daycare: Behavior Support

Effective behavior support in daycare for children with special needs uses individualized, proactive plans that focus on understanding the purpose of behaviors and teaching replacement skills. Cons... Read more
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