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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 2 pages
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 1 page
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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License: Public Domain (CC0)
