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CDA: Curriculum Alignment & Materials

0.2 CEUs

Choosing equipment and materials for your child care environment can be overwhelming if you are unsure of the specific needs of the children in your care. Creat...

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Currículo de 45 horas para edad escolar

4.5 CEUs

Este curso está diseñado para dotar a los estudiantes de las habilidades esenciales necesarias para trabajar de manera eficaz en programas de cuidado infantil...

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Plan de estudios de 45 horas para bebés y niños pequeños

4.5 CEUs

¿Te apasiona cuidar a los miembros más pequeños de nuestra comunidad? El curso ChildCareEds 45-Hour Infant and Toddler Curriculum Course es tu puerta de entr...

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Currículo preescolar de 45 horas

4.5 CEUs

En este curso, se introduce a los estudiantes en los principios fundamentales de la planificación y ejecución del currículo adaptado para niños de dos a cin...

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18-Hour Train the Trainer

1.8 CEUs

The 18-Hour Train the Trainer course, approved by MSDE, prepares child care professionals to effectively train and mentor adult learners. This training is essen...

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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 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...

Beautiful Junk: Using Recycled Materials in the Classroom

0.2 CEUs

Unleash creativity and go green! "Beautiful Junk" equips educators with the know-how to transform everyday recyclables into engaging learning tools. Explore the...

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BBP (Bloodborne Pathogens)

This course is designed to provide essential information and training for individuals who may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials in t...

Using Toys to Support Learning

0.2 CEUs

Materials and equipment in the classroom are tools to assist in skill development. When these items are thoughtfully purchased and placed in meaningful ways, th...

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Handling and Storage of Hazardous Materials

0.1 CEUs

The Child Care and Development Fund #health-and-safety requirements for providers receiving federal financial assistance include training in: handling and stora...

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¡Fuera, gérmenes! ¡No me molesten!

0.3 CEUs

Este curso satisface la(s) siguiente(s) área(s) del CDA: Subject Area 1: Planning a Safe and Healthy Learning Environment Mantener a los niños saludables es u...

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CDA Visitador domiciliario Área temática 8 Parte 1: Desde el nacimiento hasta los 5 años

0.5 CEUs

En este curso en línea, los participantes revisarán la CDA® Subject Area 8: Understanding principles of child development and learning. Ejemplos incluyen las...

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CDA Bebés y niños pequeños: Nutrición y alimentación inteligente

0.3 CEUs

Este curso satisface la(s) siguiente(s) área(s) del CDA: Subject Area 1: Planificación de un entorno de aprendizaje seguro y saludable La nutrición desempeñ...

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CDA Bebés/niños pequeños: Etapas del desarrollo

0.3 CEUs

Este curso satisface la(s) siguiente(s) área(s) del CDA: Área temática 8: Comprensión de los principios del crecimiento y desarrollo infantil En los último...

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Ocean Animal Sorting Mats and Cards for Ages 3–5
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Ocean Animal Sorting Mats and Cards for Ages 3–5

Help children ages 3–5 sort ocean animal cards onto matching category mats in this printable activity. Children practice classifying animals by type as they match fish, turtles, and crabs, while ... Read more
Three's, Four's · English, Math, Science · 12 pages
$3.00 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Ice Cream Patterns: Color Patterning Activity for Ages 3–5
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Ice Cream Patterns: Color Patterning Activity for Ages 3–5

This printable ice cream pattern activity is designed for children ages 3–5 to use with an adult. Print the pattern strips and scoop pieces, cut out the scoops, and invite children to name the co... Read more
Preschool, Three's · English, Fine Motor, Math · 17 pages
$1.50 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Find the Animal’s Letter: Beginning Sounds Worksheet for Preschool
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Find the Animal’s Letter: Beginning Sounds Worksheet for Preschool

This printable worksheet invites preschoolers ages 3–5 to name each animal, listen for its beginning sound, and circle the matching uppercase letter. Children practice animal vocabulary, sound aw... Read more
Preschool · English, Language Arts, Literacy · 14 pages
$2.00 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Preschool Star Counting Worksheet: Count and Circle the Number
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Preschool Star Counting Worksheet: Count and Circle the Number

This printable counting worksheet asks children ages 3–5 to count groups of stars and circle the matching numeral. Children practise one-to-one counting and recognizing numbers as they work throu... Read more
Preschool, Three's · English, Math · 11 pages
$2.00 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Veterans Day Thank-You Flower Printable for Ages 3–5
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Veterans Day Thank-You Flower Printable for Ages 3–5

This printable Veterans Day activity invites children ages 3–5 to color or decorate a flower and share a message of gratitude if they wish. The educator guide identifies creative expression and c... Read more
Three's, Four's · Art, Curriculum, English, Fine Motor · 13 pages
$2.00 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Count the Shapes: Counting Groups and Matching Numerals 1–5
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Count the Shapes: Counting Groups and Matching Numerals 1–5

This printable counting activity helps children ages 3–5 count groups of shapes and circle the matching numeral from 1 to 5. The teacher-supported page includes a completed example, a learning go... Read more
Three's, Four's · English, Math · 8 pages
$2.00 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Preschool Color Pattern Worksheet: Complete the Color Sequences
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Preschool Color Pattern Worksheet: Complete the Color Sequences

This printable worksheet guides preschool children ages 3–5 through repeating patterns made with two and three colors. Children identify the color sequence, predict what comes next, and color or ... Read more
Preschool, Three's · English, Math · 25 pages
$2.00 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Gourds and Squash: Clap the Word Parts
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Gourds and Squash: Clap the Word Parts

Clap, tap, and count your way into fall learning! 🍂 This colorful Gourds and Squash Syllable Activity Pack features picture cards, reusable beat mats, and sorting activities that help preschoole... Read more
Preschool, Three's · English, Halloween, Language Arts, Listening · 11 pages
$1.49 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Monster Moments Preschool Play Observation Checklist
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Monster Moments Preschool Play Observation Checklist

Use this printable observation checklist to record children’s learning and participation during play, including pretend play, communication, color exploration, counting, fine-motor actions, and p... Read more
Preschool, Three's · Behavior, Curriculum, Developmental Milestones, English · 8 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Halloween Activity Family Feedback Survey
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Halloween Activity Family Feedback Survey

This printable family survey helps caregivers share what they noticed after a Halloween play-and-learning activity. Families can check whether children talked about or repeated parts of the activit... Read more
Preschool, Three's · Curriculum, English, Family, Halloween · 12 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Build-a-Robot Shape and Counting Challenge for Ages 2–5
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Build-a-Robot Shape and Counting Challenge for Ages 2–5

This 14-page printable activity invites children ages 2–5 to build a robot from shapes and pictures of everyday objects. Children match circles, squares, and rectangles, count robot parts, and fo... Read more
Two's, Three's · English, Language Arts, Math, Play · 14 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
All About My Little Learner Profile: Family-Teacher Child Information Form
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All About My Little Learner Profile: Family-Teacher Child Information Form

This six-page printable profile helps teachers and families share the information that helps each child feel known, safe, and ready to learn. Families can record a child’s favorites, interests, a... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · English, Family · 6 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Classroom Supplies Inventory Tracker
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Classroom Supplies Inventory Tracker

This PDF is titled "Classroom Supplies Inventory Tracker" and serves as a practical, organizational toolkit for teachers and classroom staff to manage, audit, and reorder classroom materials consis... Read more
Two's, Three's · Art, English, Reading · 8 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Weekly Teacher Organization Checklist for Toddler and Preschool Classrooms
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Weekly Teacher Organization Checklist for Toddler and Preschool Classrooms

Keep classroom responsibilities and follow-ups organized with this five-page weekly checklist for teachers of toddlers and preschoolers. Write in the week and teacher details, then check off planni... Read more
Preschool, Two's · Admin, English, Environment · 5 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Tiny Moments, Big Discoveries: Preschool Observation Form for Ages 2–5
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Tiny Moments, Big Discoveries: Preschool Observation Form for Ages 2–5

This six-page quick observation form helps teachers and parents of children ages 2–5 capture what happens during ordinary play without interrupting the child. Record the context, what the child s... Read more
Two's, Three's · Admin, Curriculum, English · 6 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
My Learning Story Observation Form | Early Childhood Documentation
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My Learning Story Observation Form | Early Childhood Documentation

This four-page printable observation form helps educators capture meaningful moments in a child’s play or daily routine and turn them into thoughtful next steps. Record the context, the child’s... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · Admin, Curriculum, English, Family · 4 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Family Check-In: Home-School Activity Feedback Form
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Family Check-In: Home-School Activity Feedback Form

This six-page printable family check-in helps parents and caregivers share which home-school activities they tried and what works for their household. Families can check activities such as singing,... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Preschool · English, Family · 6 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
My Feelings Weather Report: Parent Feedback Survey
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My Feelings Weather Report: Parent Feedback Survey

This 7-page resource includes a parent feedback survey for families to complete after trying My Feelings Weather Report with their child. The checkboxes ask whether choosing weather pictures helped... Read more
Preschool, Three's · Behavior, English, Family · 7 pages
$1.50 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
My Little Hands Fine-Motor Observation and Progress Tracker (Ages 2–5)
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My Little Hands Fine-Motor Observation and Progress Tracker (Ages 2–5)

This printable observation tracker helps educators record fine-motor actions during familiar activities, including grasping a crayon, stacking blocks, turning pages, and using a simple tool. Add th... Read more
Two's, Three's · Developmental Milestones, English, Fine Motor · 4 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Red and Green Apple Sorting Activity for Preschool
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Red and Green Apple Sorting Activity for Preschool

This 7-page printable includes a sorting mat and apple cards for preschool children ages 3–5. Children cut out the cards and sort each apple into the red or green space, practicing color recognit... Read more
Preschool · English, Math · 7 pages
$2.00 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Coaching & Mentoring Review Form for Early Childhood Educators
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Coaching & Mentoring Review Form for Early Childhood Educators

Use this two-page printable review form to reflect together at the end of a coaching or mentoring cycle. Prompts guide educators and coaches through agreed goals, observations, changes in practice,... Read more
Mixed Ages · Admin, English · 2 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Daily Math Moment Planner for Infant and Toddler Routines
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Daily Math Moment Planner for Infant and Toddler Routines

Plan one playful math moment within everyday routines such as arrival, meals, cleanup, diapering, outdoor play, or movement. This printable planning page prompts educators to choose a routine, note... Read more
Infant/Toddler, Two's · English, Math · 2 pages
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Daily Reflection & Self-Evaluation for Early Childhood Educators
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Daily Reflection & Self-Evaluation for Early Childhood Educators

Use this one-page form after a routine, activity, or interaction to capture a specific observation and review your teaching practice. Check in on creating an inclusive environment, responding to ch... Read more
Mixed Ages · Admin, English · 1 page
Free
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
Partnering with Parents in Learning: A Family Engagement Toolkit
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Partnering with Parents in Learning: A Family Engagement Toolkit

This six-page toolkit offers a practical approach to building strong partnerships with parents so every child can grow and learn. Educators practice listening to families, sharing observations with... Read more
Mixed Ages · English, Family, Tool Kits · 6 pages
$1.99 Available for purchase
License: ChildCareEd Resource License  
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