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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, staffing, budgeting, and key steps to move from idea to operating—helpful for both center-base... Read more
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Maryland Child Care Center – Staff Requirements
This quick-reference chart breaks down Maryland child care center staffing requirements in an easy-to-scan format. It’s especially helpful for directors and hiring teams because it summarizes com... Read more
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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
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
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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Child Care Workforce Qualifications, Training, and Professional Development
The child care workforce requires clearly defined qualifications such as minimum education levels, background checks, CPR/first aid and early childhood credentials or state licensing to ensure care... Read more
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Potty Training Readiness Checklist
Potty training ages and expectations vary across families and cultures. This free teacher guide shares practical, culturally responsive recommendations you can use right away including routines, sc... Read more
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Maryland Kids in Safety Seats Guidelines. All Ages.
Maryland Kids in Safety Seats (K.I.S.S.) Guidelines apply to all children under the age of 16 in the state. The guidelines outline specific safety seat recommendations based on the child's age, wei... Read more
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Overnight Child Care Policies. Admin. All Ages.
Overnight child care policies are designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages during the hours when parents are unable to supervise them. Parents can have peace of... Read more
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Understanding Risks of Not Vaccinating Your Child.
Not vaccinating children poses serious risks to their health and well-being. Without vaccines, your child is vulnerable to a range of preventable diseases, some of which can have lifelong consequen... Read more
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CDA Renewal FAQ
The CDA Renewal FAQ provides clear answers to common questions about renewing your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, including eligibility, required documentation, and renewal timelines... Read more
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OCC Licensing Branch Summary. Admin.
The Office of Child Care (#OCC) Licensing Branch Summary explains its responsibilities for overseeing the licensing process for #child-care programs in the state of Maryland. They review and evalua... Read more
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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 caregivers of children from prenatal through age 5. It provides information on a wide range of services ... Read more
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Preventing Accidental Drowning & Responsibilities in Child Care
Preventing accidental drowning in #child-care settings is a crucial responsibility that requires constant #supervision and safety measures. This can include ensuring that all pools and bodies of wa... Read more
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Child Care Infant and Children Weekly Meal/Menu Planner Template
The Child Care Infant and Children Weekly Meal/Menu Planner Template provides a structured weekly layout to plan nutritious breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and bottle/breastfeeding schedules for infan... Read more
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MLK Day Child Activity
On MLK Day, children can create a "dream" collage or kindness pledge cards inspired by Dr. King's message of equality and nonviolence. While making the projects, read a short age-appropriate story ... Read more
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Annual Ongoing Training Hours
Annual ongoing training hours are a set number of learning hours employees must complete each year to maintain competency, comply with regulations, and stay current with industry standards. This qu... Read more
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Family Communication Note
A Family Communication Note provides a brief, structured summary of a child’s day, including observations, support strategies used, and any follow-up needed. Regular use supports transparency and... Read more
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Accident/Injury Child Care Form. Admin. All Ages.
The Accident/Injury Child Care Form is a crucial administrative document that is applicable to children of all ages in a #child-care setting. This form serves as a record-keeping tool to document a... Read more
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Child Physical Activity Checklist
The Child Physical Activity Checklist is a tool used to assess the physical activity levels of children. It includes questions about activities such as walking, running, and playing sports. The che... Read more
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Environmental Adaptations Checklist to Promote Child Participation
The Environmental Adaptations Checklist is a tool used to evaluate and promote child participation in various settings. By identifying potential barriers and modifying the physical environments, th... Read more
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New York Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
The New York Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federal program that provides funding to child and adult care centers in New York to serve nutritious meals and snacks to eligible partic... Read more
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Safe Sleep in Child Care poster
The Safe Sleep in Child Care poster provides essential information and guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of infants during naptime or bedtime in child care settings. It emphasizes the ... Read more
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Emergency Preparedness Plan for Child Care Providers and Child Care Centers
An Emergency Preparedness Plan for Child Care Providers and Child Care Centers is essential to ensure the safety and well-being of children during unexpected situations, such as natural disasters o... Read more
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