Language and literacy development are crucial aspects of high-quality early childhood education. When children acquire emergent literacy skills, they are more likely to become proficient readers and writers as they grow older.Early #childhood educators play a crucial role in facilitating children'... Building Foundations for Literacy: Effective Strategies in Early Childhood Education
Culturally Sensitive Classrooms Did you know that virtually all aspects of #child_development and parenting are informed by culture? Culture influences who, when, and how to care for children, what parents expect of children, and which behaviors parents should encourage and reward or discourage a... Culturally Sensitive Classrooms
According to the dictionary, the word discipline means to impart knowledge and skill, or literally, to teach. However, it is often associated with punishment and control. There is a great deal of controversy about the appropriate ways to discipline children, and early care teachers are often confu... Positive Discipline
To meet state and federal requirements of the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG), all childcare providers must successfully complete basic health and safety training. In Maryland, this requirement extends to all staff, substitutes, and adults responsible for the care and safety of chil... Basic Health and Safety Training Required in Maryland
Do you need Medication Adminstration Training? Don't get non-compliance from your licensing specialist--this is the time to prepare yourself and your staff for the upcoming school year on required trainings. Medication Administration Training for Child Care Providers in Maryland This is a... Medication Administration Training for Child Care Providers
Basic Heat Safety, Health, and Awareness Taking care of ourselves and the children in the new hot summertime temperatures is important, in fact, life-saving. The 3 most important basics for good hot weather health are: Stay hydrated Shade is better than direct sun Know the signs of heat exh... Heat Awareness
Looking for Provider or Families Information? The Early Learning | NY State Department of Education has a wonderful easy-to-use website providing resources for Providers and Families. Take look at some of the information that is available: Child Nutrition | NYSED page has information on the va... NY Provider or Families Information
Need Info on Licensing and Training Requirements? Need answers to licensing and provider training? There is some great resources on the Michigan Early Childhood website. Training resources for child care homes and child care centers can be found on the Licensed Child Care Provider Training Resou... Michigan Licensing and Training Requirements
Everyone Loves Ice Cream on HOT Days Sometimes it is jut HOT and nothing feels refreshing... Why not make some ice cream? This method uses two sizes of ziplock bags to make small servings for 1 or 2 people. The entire process takes less than 45 minutes. Check it out! Make Your Own Ice Cream... Ice Cream and Asteroids!
The Early Childhood Education Website Has Some Great Provider Resources Looking for information funding and grants, professional development, or challenging behaviors? Take look at the Alabama Dept of Early Childhood Education website. There are resources for families and advocates too. Take a lo... Alabama Early Childhood Education Resources