Lunar New Year is a major holiday celebrated across East and Southeast Asia and by diaspora communities worldwide to mark the first day of the lunisolar calendar. This Lunar New Year resource works well with children because it teaches big ideas such as community, new beginnings, and kindness through hands-on play they understand. #LunarNewYear#ChineseNewYear#PreschoolActivities#Kindergarten
Teachers and caregivers, complete all of your annual training requirements in one course! This course is designed to be completed as teachers' 2nd year of annua...
The first year of an infant's life is filled with rapid growth and development. In order to support this development, parents and caregivers must provide adequa...
Build early reading skills with a fun color-the-word activity! Children look at each picture, choose the correct CVC word, and color their answer. Includes 18 picture-word challenges across two wor... Read more
Entre los 12 y 24 meses, los niños suelen comenzar a caminar, correr y subir escaleras con ayuda.
También desarrollan el lenguaje, pasando de decir algunas palabras a formar frases sencillas y... Read more
The accident/injury report for infants and #toddlers provides a detailed account of any incidents that occur during their time in childcare or #daycare settings. This includes information such as... Read more
Active supervision on the bus is essential for ensuring the safety of all passengers, especially when there are mixed ages on board. Bus drivers and adult supervisors should actively monitor and en... Read more
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
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
Assistive technology for infants and #toddlers refers to a variety of tools and devices designed to support their developmental and communication needs. These technologies can include communicatio... Read more
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
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
Child Care Centers must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure that children with #disabilities have equal access to their services. The ADA requires Child Care Centers to ... Read more
Nationally, #child_care_employment as of November 2022 has not returned to pre-pandemic levels, with significant variation at the state level. This brief reports important trends in the child care ... Read more
Explore a child-friendly guide to native Texas plants for outdoor learning environments, schoolyard classrooms, and early childhood programs. This resource highlights plants approved for childcare ... Read more
The Classroom Book List for Infants is a carefully curated collection of books that are developmentally appropriate for children aged 0-12 months. This book list includes a variety of board books a... Read more
This resource explains how thoughtful environments support infants’ and toddlers’ safety, relationships, learning, and individual needs. It helps child care providers create spaces that are hea... Read more
Creating the CDA Professional Portfolio involves collecting evidence that demonstrates your knowledge, skills, and competency in early childhood care and education. It typically includes your profe... Read more
hands-on messy play ideas that build fine motor skills and early learning for infants and toddlers. Includes practical setup tips (defined play space, easy cleanup, tools/materials) and activity id... Read more
The Eating Healthy for Infants Tip Sheet is a valuable resource for parents who want to give their #infants a healthy start in life. The tip sheet provides practical advice on a range of topics, fr... Read more
Learn how child care programs can support inclusion and equal access for children with disabilities. This ADA resource explains individualized assessment, reasonable modifications, accessible commu... Read more
This resource contains some fun activities families can do on Father's Day while at the park. Educators can share these ideas with families to encourage quality time experiences with their children... Read more
First aid for heat illness includes taking immediate measures to cool down the affected person. This can be done by moving them to a shaded or air-conditioned area, removing excessive clothing, and... Read more