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Family Skills and Knowledge Directory: Reusable Family Connection Form
Invite families to share skills, hobbies, interests, areas of knowledge, and work experiences they may wish to connect with classroom learning using this reusable form. Caregivers can complete it a... Read more
Mixed Ages · English, Family · 14 pages
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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Around the World: A Teacher’s Guide to Countries – Geography Lessons for Ages 3–8
This teacher’s guide offers short, flexible geography lessons for children ages 3–8, beginning with what a country is and how maps and globes show places. Children build foundational geographic... Read more
Preschool, Three's · Admin, Curriculum, English, Science · 22 pages
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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Preschool Family Participation Toolkit: Classroom Contributions & Forms
Preschool Family Participation Toolkit: Classroom Contributions & Forms
Bring families and classroom learning closer together with this 8-page Preschool Family Participation Toolkit, designed fo... Read more
Three's, Four's · Curriculum, English, Family · 8 pages
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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Halloween Missing Letters | Beginning Sounds & Phonics Worksheets
Halloween Missing Letters | Beginning Sounds & Phonics Worksheets
Make early literacy practice extra fun with Halloween-themed missing-letter activities!
This 6-page Halloween Missing Letters... Read more
Three's, Four's · English, Halloween, Language Arts, Literacy · 6 pages
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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Q–V Letter Activity Resource
Six letters, one quick literacy #resource! Help children practice letters Q through V with simple tracing, picture recognition, beginning sounds, and hands-on prompts. This compact resource gives ... Read more
Preschool, Mixed Ages · Curriculum, Developmental Milestones, English, Fine Motor · 1 page
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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CDA FAQs: Renewing Your CDA. All Ages. CDA
This document contains Frequently Asked Questions (#FAQs) on renewing your #CDA are important for all ages, as it allows individuals to stay current with the skills and knowledge needed to provide ... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · CDA, CDA · 3 pages
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License: Creative Commons BY
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CDA Portfolio Binder Cover Sheet and Tabs Template (Daisy). All Ages. CDA.
The CDA Portfolio Binder Cover Sheet and Tabs Template in a vintage daisy design is suitable for all ages working towards their Child Development Associate (CDA) certification. The colorful daisy d... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · CDA, CDA · 10 pages
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License: Creative Commons BY
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vaaeyc CDA Scholarship Project Information
The VAAEYC CDA Scholarship Project aims to support individuals pursuing their Child Development Associate (CDA) credential by providing financial assistance and resources. This initiative is design... Read more
CDA · 1 page
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License: Public Domain (CC0)
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Creating The CDA Professional Portfolio
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
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · CDA · 4 pages
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License: Creative Commons BY
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The Eight CDA Subject Areas
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
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · CDA · 1 page
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CDA Exam Prep Guide
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
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · CDA · 16 pages
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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Halloween Mystery Potion: Beginning Sounds & Letter Matching Game
This printable Halloween game includes 12 potion recipe challenges for children ages 4–6 to play with a teacher or caregiver. Children name a letter, say its sound, and find picture ingredients t... Read more
Four's, Five's · English, Halloween, Language Arts, Literacy · 24 pages
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Family Communication Toolkit: Updates, Intake, Checklist & Matching
Strengthen Family Partnerships Through Meaningful Two-Way Communication!
Build stronger relationships between educators and families with this 11-page Family Communication Toolkit, designed for ... Read more
Mixed Ages · English, Family · 11 pages
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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Scaffolding Toolkit: Classroom Poster, Lesson Planner & Checklist
Scaffolding Toolkit: Classroom Poster, Lesson Planner & Checklist
Support individualized learning, build children's confidence, and encourage greater independence through effective instructional... Read more
Preschool, School Age · English, Special Needs · 9 pages
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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Family Partnership Kit: Teacher Forms, Coloring & Matching
Family Partnership Kit: Teacher Forms, Coloring & Matching
Build stronger connections between families, caregivers, and early childhood educators with this practical 7-page Family Partnership Ki... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · English, Family · 7 pages
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Staff Learning & Coaching Toolkit: Adult Learning Made Practical
Make professional development more meaningful and effective with this 6-page printable adult learning and coaching toolkit, designed for childcare directors, early childhood educators, staff traine... Read more
Mixed Ages · Admin, CDA, English · 6 pages
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License: ChildCareEd Resource License
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Earning Credentials and Understanding Career Ladders for Childcare providers
Earning #credentials can help #childcare providers gain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality care for children. Understanding #career ladders in the childcare field can help p... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Two's · Admin, CDA, English · 4 pages
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Individualized learning in childcare
Individualized learning in childcare involves tailoring educational activities to meet the unique needs and abilities of each child. This approach promotes a more personalized learning experience t... Read more
Preschool, Three's · Curriculum, Developmental Milestones, English, Language Arts · 1 page
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Sorting Mat - Upper Case or Lower Case
Upper Case or Lower Case? Cut, Sort & Glue
Letter recognition sorting mat where children identify 8 letter cards (A/a, E/e, G/g, H/h) as uppercase or lowercase and glue them into the matching c... Read more
Preschool, Kindergarten · English · 3 pages
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Maryland Child Care Credential Requirements
This brochure gives a quick but helpful overview of Maryland Child Care Credential requirements, including the six Core of Knowledge training areas, staff credential levels, and administrator crede... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 1 page
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Maryland Child Care Credential Levels
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
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 16 pages
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License: Public Domain (CC0)
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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
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 11 pages
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License: Public Domain (CC0)
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Around the World Classroom Activities
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
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · 6 pages
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License: Creative Commons BY
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A Guide to Safety Conversations with Families
A Guide to Safety Conversations with Families is a comprehensive resource designed to help professionals engage in effective discussions about #safety with families. It provides practical strategi... Read more
Mixed Ages · Safety · 9 pages
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License: Public Domain (CC0)
