There are pros and cons to each type of early learning observation method. Early childhood observation in an educational setting is key to ensuring proper development in young children. There are…
6 recycling activities for preschoolers
Recycling and sustainability is an important concept to introduce to preschoolers, and will only become a more important part of their lives in the future. Taking care of the environment,…
(Quiz) Are You Prepared for Back to School?
You might not be as ready as you thought… Have you cleaned your classroom out yet? Have you stocked up on tissues, hand sanitizer and Advil? Did you forget about…
Daycare Humor: A Day in the Life of a Teacher
What Is It like Working at a Daycare? There’s a lot of words that come to mind when describing your typical day at a childcare center: busy, fun, loud, challenging,…
(Quiz) What Early Education Superhero Are You?
Discover Your Hidden Superpower! Are you a neat freak or a toddler’s best friend? Have you invented the most creative sensory bin ever? Do you secretly LOVE budgeting? Every educator…
Preschool Open House Ideas to Attract Families
More than perhaps any other business, when potential customers are considering a preschool for their child, it is crucial that it “just feels right.” There are many different ways to…
Moving Educators to a Different Child Care Location
Child care is a field that results in the formation of significant relationships. These relationships exist between educators, parents, and children, and are the most important factor in shaping the…
Recording Development Observations Using a Tablet in the Classroom – Good or Bad?
As tablets make their way into more and more classrooms, the debate over their beneficiality continues. In the modern age, everyone is accustomed to using tablets to record a wide…
Five Approaches to Electronic Payment for Child Care Centers
Modern times call for modern approaches to just about everything, including child care payment. The days of keeping the books by hand and expecting to receive payments in all cash…
When is the Right Time to Open a New Child Care Center in My City?
Opening any type of business is taking a risk and child care is no different. Knowing when the time is right can be challenging. For the highest chances of success,…