Resources - A Thoughtful Approach to Children's Mental Health

Observing and Recording Children’s Development
This resource explains why observation matters in early childhood and outlines different ways to rec ...
Equal Access to Child Care Under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Learn how child care programs can support inclusion and equal access for children with disabilities. ...
Tips to Cope with Crying Toddlers
Help families understand why toddlers cry and learn simple ways to respond with calm, support, and c ...
Oral Health Activity Book for Children
Teach young children healthy dental habits with this fun printable oral health activity book from th ...
Playing in Weather from Rain to Rainbows
Discover playful ways to help young children explore weather through outdoor learning, sensory exper ...
Ponga a Su Bebé a Dormir Sin peligro
El recurso Ponga a su bebé a dormir sin peligro comparte recomendaciones sencillas para ayudar a la ...
CCDF Health and Safety Training Fact Sheet
The CCDF Health and Safety Training Fact Sheet gives child care providers a clear overview of import ...
Health and Safety Training Resources for Child Care Providers
A helpful guide for understanding important training topics in early childhood education. This resou ...
Resource Guide for Starting and Operating a Child Care Business
A practical startup guide for anyone opening a child care program. Covers planning basics, policies, ...
Cover Your Cough (Classroom Health Poster)
A clear, kid-friendly poster that reminds children and adults how to cover coughs and sneezes to hel ...
Safe Sleep for Babies: A Simple Guide for Caregivers
A clear, supportive safe-sleep guide for families and caregivers that explains how to reduce sleep-r ...
How to Work in a Daycare With No Child Care Experience
If you have no childcare experience, emphasize transferable skills like patience, communication, rel ...
Universal Children’s Day Activities
Celebrate children’s well-being, belonging, and voice through age-appropriate activities for infan ...
Creating a Positive Learning Environment Checklist
A Creating a Positive Learning Environment Checklist is a practical tool that helps educators organi ...
Suggested Daily Activities. Mixed Ages. Health.
Engaging in a #family walk or bike ride can be a suggested daily activity for individuals of all age ...
Necesidades Especiales En La Guardería: Ayudar A Los Niños A Integrarse
Descripción: Las guarderías pueden apoyar a los niños con necesidades especiales creando rutinas ...
Necesidades Especiales En La Guardería: Apoyo A La Comunicación
Las guarderías pueden apoyar a los niños con necesidades especiales creando entornos de comunicaci ...
Understanding Your Child's Social and Emotional Development from Birth to Age 5
From birth to age five, children rapidly develop social and emotional skills—forming secure attach ...
How to write your CDA portfolio
Want to know exactly how to write your CDA Portfolio? If you’re staring at the CDA Competency Stat ...
Fun Ways to Teach First Aid
Make first aid training fun and memorable with interactive, classroom-ready activities. Great for bu ...
Family Guide to NYS Early Childhood Services - Prenatal through Age 5
The Family Guide to NYS Early Childhood Services is a comprehensive resource for parents and caregiv ...
How To Start a Home Daycare
A step-by-step checklist to help you open and set up a home daycare (family child care) from licensi ...
How to Start a Daycare With No Money
Starting a daycare with “no money” usually means lowering upfront costs by using funding options ...
How to Get Your CDA for Free
Find ways to earn your CDA at low or no cost using state scholarships, workforce funding , Head Star ...
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