This comprehensive resource outlines the step-by-step process for obtaining a CDA Home Visitor Credential, which is designed for professionals providing in-home child development support to familie... Read more
Celebrate National Puzzle Day with age-appropriate puzzle activities that build problem-solving, fine motor skills, persistence, and teamwork. This resource includes materials suggestions, easy age... Read more
Not sure what to write for your CDA portfolio? This free template breaks down each competency standard and provides example language you can model. Use it as a guide, then add your own classroom ex... Read more
Starting a daycare with “no money” usually means lowering upfront costs by using funding options, donated resources, shared space, and phased purchasing. This guide walks you through realistic ... Read more
A quick, meaningful Black History activity: kids mix paint to explore and celebrate many beautiful skin tones, then make swatches or self-portraits building art skills, respect, and inclusion.
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Presidents’ Day learning resource with developmentally appropriate activities that build citizenship, leadership, fairness, voting concepts, and social-emotional skills—plus easy family engagem... Read more
A helpful resource for families and child care providers who want to support healthy sleep habits for young children. This resource shares guidance on creating consistent sleep routines, promoting ... Read more
Learn about the eight CDA® subject areas for Preschool, Infant-Toddler, Family Child Care, and Home Visitor settings. This resource gives candidates a helpful overview of the professional knowledg... Read more
Review official physical activity recommendations for different age groups with this easy-to-read CDC graphic. For preschool-aged children, it emphasizes physical activity throughout the day and ac... Read more
This quick-reference resource explains CACFP infant meal patterns for birth through 11 months. It helps providers understand what to serve at meals and snacks and when infants may be developmentall... Read more
A break down of Maryland Child Care Credential staff and administrator levels in a simple, step-by-step format. It explains what is needed at each level, including Core of Knowledge training hours,... 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
This resource explains why observation matters in early childhood and outlines different ways to record children’s growth, including anecdotal notes, running records, checklists, and portfolios. ... Read more
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
Sesame Street Mindfulness Practices introduce simple, age-appropriate breathing, sensory, and emotion-naming exercises to help young children recognize and regulate their feelings. Using familiar c... Read more
The CDA Exam Prep Guide offers clear, focused coverage of the core competencies and knowledge areas tested on the CDA credential, breaking complex topics into manageable sections. It includes pract... Read more
This preschool lesson planning guide explains what teachers should include in weekly lesson plans, including large-group and small-group planning, developmental domains, sensory activities, individ... Read more
This tip sheet explains the benefits and challenges of mixed-age grouping in early childhood settings and shares practical ideas for planning curriculum, creating positive social environments, and ... Read more
This resource guide explains the benefits of mixed-age group settings and gives practical examples of integrated learning throughout the day, including arrival, meals, transitions, story time, outd... Read more