Before signing a lease for your new center, confirm zoning and licensing rules, occupancy limits, and any required permits or landlord approvals so the space can legally operate as your type of fac... Read more
Before buying a child care center, ask to review licensing and inspection records, accreditation status, capacity and enrollment trends, financial statements (profit & loss, balance sheet, tax retu... Read more
Curious about Montessori education? This short guide explains the key parts of a Montessori classroom, including the prepared environment, hands-on materials, mixed-age groups, uninterrupted learni... Read more
Strategies for responding to common classroom behaviors, along with helpful examples and positive ways to manage them. It is an easy tool to use, save, and share with staff, directors, and educator... Read more
El recurso Ponga a su bebé a dormir sin peligro comparte recomendaciones sencillas para ayudar a las familias y proveedores a crear hábitos de sueño seguros para los bebés. Este es una herramie... Read more
A practical startup guide for anyone opening a child care program. Covers planning basics, policies, staffing, budgeting, and key steps to move from idea to operating—helpful for both center-base... Read more
A clear, kid-friendly poster that reminds children and adults how to cover coughs and sneezes to help stop germs from spreading. Perfect for posting near sinks, entrances, and centers during cold/f... Read more
A clear, supportive safe-sleep guide for families and caregivers that explains how to reduce sleep-related risks and create a safer sleep environment. Great as a trusted handout for infant rooms an... Read more
A helpful reflection and planning worksheet for educators to map out their daily schedule, strengthen routines, and improve transitions. Great for new teachers, coaching, training, or refreshing cl... Read more
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
Kwanzaa classroom activities can include learning about the seven principles (Nguzo Saba) through storytelling, discussions, and daily reflections that connect students with African and African Ame... Read more
During National Book Month, classrooms can host daily read-alouds and dedicated silent reading periods to build excitement and foster a love of literature. Students can participate in book-themed p... Read more
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
Yom Kippur Classroom Activities (Birth–Kindergarten) is a simple, inclusive resource that helps children practice kindness, calm moments, saying sorry, and fixing friendships in age-appropriate w... Read more
Labor Day classroom activities can teach students about the history and importance of workers' rights while connecting lessons to careers and civic responsibility. With simple ideas for every age l... Read more
Lets supports early learning programs in recognizing Mawlid al-Nabi in a classroom-friendly, values-based way with simple activities for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers like sensory play, music... Read more
Eid al-Adha classroom activities can introduce students to the festival’s meaning and how it is observed with prayer, family gatherings, and the charitable sharing of food. Hands-on projects such... Read more
Shavuot classroom activities often center on learning and celebrating the giving of the Torah, with students participating in age-appropriate study sessions, read-aloud, and discussions about the T... Read more
Passover is a holiday that some Jewish families celebrate. Introduce Passover in an inclusive, age-appropriate way with one easy classroom activity per age group (birth–school age). These ideas f... Read more
Classroom activities for Eid al-Fitr can include making lanterns and greeting cards to teach students about the festival’s traditions and symbolism. Students can share stories, songs, and short p... Read more
A Creating a Positive Learning Environment Checklist is a practical tool that helps educators organize and maintain classroom conditions that promote safety, respect, and active engagement. A posit... Read more
Ramadan classroom activities can include storytelling, arts and crafts, and lesson plans that teach students about the cultural and religious significance of the month. Hands-on projects like makin... Read more
Free multicultural classroom activities for birth through age 8, organized by age group. Includes hands-on ideas with simple materials, step-by-step directions, what to say, and skill-building acro... Read more
Around the World classroom activities let students "visit" different countries through themed stations, presentations, or virtual tours to explore customs, languages, and landmarks. These activitie... Read more