age appropriate early childhood education courses

Teacher & Me Playtime

0.3 CEUs

This course satisfies the following area(s) of the CDA: Subject Area 2: Advancing Children's Physical and Intellectual Development When child care professionals...

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Watch Me Grow: School Age Development ONLINE

0.3 CEUs

Understanding school-age development is essential for child care providers to create supportive and enriching learning environments. Watch Me Grow: School Age D...

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45 Hour School Age Methods and Materials

This course is designed to equip students with the essential skills required for working effectively in school-age child care programs. It covers a range of top...

45-Hour School Age Curriculum

4.5 CEUs

This course is designed to equip students with the essential skills required for working effectively in school-age child care programs. It covers a range of top...

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Health and Safety Orientation

0.6 CEUs

As part of the federal Child Care and Development Block Grant Fund stipulations, states must certify that there are health and safety standards in place and tra...

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DAP for Family Child Care

0.2 CEUs

This course satisfies the following area(s) of the #CDA: Subject Area #2: Advancing Children's Physical and Intellectual Development Learning to navigate throug...

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Mind's Medicine: Music in Early Childhood

0.2 CEUs

Music and child development go hand in hand: children reap the benefits when exposed to music from a young age. Child care professionals can support children me...

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Implementing the Montessori Curriculum

0.4 CEUs

This course provides educators with essential knowledge of the Montessori curriculum, emphasizing the importance of the five key learning areas in a Montessori ...

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Supporting School Age Development ONLINE

0.3 CEUs

This is an essential online course tailored for educators seeking to enhance their ability to meet the diverse needs of school-age children effectively. Through...

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A Watchful Eye: Supervision in Early Childhood

0.2 CEUs

Supervision of children is a critical element in child #safety. Caregivers must understand the importance of adequate and effective supervision to ensure all ch...

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45 Hour Preschool Methods and Materials

In this course, students are introduced to the fundamental principles of curriculum planning and execution tailored for children aged two to five years. Through...

Play, Learn, Grow

Providers must have the foundations of early childhood development in order to address the various needs of children at different ages and to plan individualize...

Playful Learning: Infant & Toddler Activities

This training is a two-hour version of our three-hour Engaging Indoor Activities for inclement Weather class. Even for experienced teachers, it can be hard to c...

Tracking Progress, Shaping Futures: Observation & Assessment Skills

0.6 CEUs

Accurate observation and effective assessment are essential for understanding each child’s unique strengths, needs, and progress. In this course, child care p...

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The Science of Growing Up: Typical and Atypical Development

0.6 CEUs

Child care providers play a vital role in supporting children’s healthy growth, making it essential to understand both typical and atypical development. This ...

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Safe Sleep Checklist for Infants
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Safe Sleep Checklist for Infants

This one-page printable checklist gives infant-care teachers seven clear safe-sleep practices to review before and during every nap. It covers back sleeping, a firm and clear sleep space, appropria... Read more
Infant/Toddler · English, Environment, Health, Safety · 1 page
$0.99 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
All About Me: First Day of School Worksheet
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All About Me: First Day of School Worksheet

This one-page All About Me worksheet helps children introduce themselves at the start of the school year. Children write their name, age, favorite color, favorite food, favorite way to play, and fa... Read more
Preschool, Three's · English, Language Arts, Literacy · 1 page
$0.99 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Letter Y Activity
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Letter Y Activity

Make alphabet practice colorful and engaging with this Letter Y Activity! Children can strengthen letter recognition while coloring a large uppercase Y and a fun yo-yo picture. This simple, low-pre... Read more
Preschool, Three's · Curriculum, Developmental Milestones, English, Fine Motor · 1 page
$0.49 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Kids Weather Activities +3
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Kids Weather Activities

Turn weather learning into an interactive classroom adventure! Children can match weather pictures and words, choose weather-appropriate clothing, move their bodies like different types of weather,... Read more
Preschool, Mixed Ages · English, Environment, Fine Motor, Gross Motor · 4 pages
$0.99 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Behavioral Milestones in 2-5 year olds
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Behavioral Milestones in 2-5 year olds

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
1 page
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
Mixed-Age Grouping Tips +2
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Mixed-Age Grouping Tips

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
Mixed Ages · 2 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Mixed-Age Groups in Family Child Care: Activities for Every Part of the Day +5
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Mixed-Age Groups in Family Child Care: Activities for Every Part of the Day

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
Mixed Ages · 8 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Head Lice: Prevention and Treatment. All Ages. Safety. +4
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Head Lice: Prevention and Treatment. All Ages. Safety.

Head lice prevention and treatment are essential for individuals of all ages, as these parasites can spread easily among people in close contact. It is crucial to practice good hygiene habits, such... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · Health, Safety · 4 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Understanding the Montessori Classroom
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Understanding the Montessori Classroom

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
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 3 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Sesame Street Mindfulness Practices
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Sesame Street Mindfulness Practices

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
Preschool, School Age · 8 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Categories of Disability Under IDEA
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Categories of Disability Under IDEA

Need a quick guide to disability categories in special education? This helpful PDF breaks down the 13 IDEA categories for children ages 3 through 21 and also explains developmental delay for younge... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 6 pages
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
Teacher Appreciation Week Activities for Children
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Teacher Appreciation Week Activities for Children

Celebrate the amazing teachers in your classroom with these fun and meaningful Teacher Appreciation Week activities for children. This resource includes easy, hands-on ideas for infants through sch... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 5 pages
Free
License: Creative Commons BY  
Cinco de Mayo Activities for Children
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Cinco de Mayo Activities for Children

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
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 7 pages
Free
License: Creative Commons BY  
Maryland Staff Requirements
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Maryland Staff Requirements

This guide outlines Maryland child care center staff qualifications for aides, assistant school-age teachers, infant-toddler teachers, preschool teachers, and school-age teachers. It covers minimum... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 2 pages
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
Maryland Director Requirements
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Maryland Director Requirements

This chart gives a clear overview of Maryland preschool and school-age director requirements, including age, education, coursework, experience, and added training expectations. #MarylandChildCare... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 2 pages
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
A Parent's Guide to the Flu. All Ages. Health
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A Parent's Guide to the Flu. All Ages. Health

A Parent's Guide to the #Flu provides valuable information on how to prevent, identify, and treat the flu in children of all ages. With easy-to-understand tips and suggestions, #parents can learn h... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · Health · 2 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Speech and Language Developmental Milestones
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Speech and Language Developmental Milestones

This milestone guide helps caregivers and providers understand how speech and language typically develop from birth to age 5. It also explains when extra support may be needed and when to talk with... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 4 pages
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
CACFP Breakfast Requirements
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CACFP Breakfast Requirements

Make breakfast planning easier with this CACFP meal pattern guide. It outlines the required components and minimum serving sizes by age so providers can serve reimbursable breakfasts with confidenc... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 1 page
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
CACFP Snack Requirements
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CACFP Snack Requirements

This snack chart helps providers quickly see what counts as a reimbursable CACFP snack. It outlines age-based minimum portions and makes planning healthy, compliant snacks much easier. #CACFP #Sna... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 1 page
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
Typical vs. Atypical Development: Ages 4–8
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Typical vs. Atypical Development: Ages 4–8

This easy-to-use resource compares typical developmental milestones with signs that may show a child needs extra support. It covers social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development f... Read more
Preschool, School Age · 6 pages
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
Physical Activity Recommendations for Different Age Groups
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Physical Activity Recommendations for Different Age Groups

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
Preschool, School Age · 1 page
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
Building Healthy and Safe Sleep Routines for Young Children
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Building Healthy and Safe Sleep Routines for Young Children

Support healthy sleep habits with this practical early childhood resource on safe sleep and bedtime routines. It explains how sleep supports children’s growth, learning, attention, and emotional ... Read more
Preschool, School Age · 3 pages
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
Oral Health Activity Book for Children
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Oral Health Activity Book for Children

Teach young children healthy dental habits with this fun printable oral health activity book from the CDC. Designed for ages 3–8, this resource includes coloring pages, mazes, search-and-find act... Read more
Preschool, School Age · 8 pages
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
Starting Solid Foods in Child Care: Tips for ECE Providers
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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
Infant/Toddler · 4 pages
Free
License: Public Domain (CC0)  
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