Maximizing Parent Tours: How Teachers Can Enhance the Experience at Childcare Centers

In the world of early childhood education, the tour is a pivotal moment. It's an opportunity to showcase the unique qualities that set your childcare center apart and create a lasting impression.

Majority of parents spend 20% or more of household income on child care, report finds

The cost of child care in the U.S. has been increasing, and many families spend more than what the government considers affordable.  Two-thirds of parents, 67%, spend 20% or more of their household income on child care, according to a recent report by Care.com that surveyed 3,000 U.S. parents.

Navigating Infection Outbreaks in California Childcare Centers: Who To Turn To and What To Do

In this article, we will discuss who a childcare center in California should turn to in case of an infection outbreak and explore specific strategies for common conditions like lice, pink eye, flu, and strep throat.

COMMENTARY : Education’s power lies in the connection between teachers and their students

In the bustling fourth grade classroom, as Xavier anxiously tapped his foot against the chair, memories of my own struggles as a reader came rushing back.

What Makes a Teacher Memorable? It’s All About Awe

Toward the end of my high school sophomore year, our Spanish teacher organized a trip to see an Andean band perform in Philadelphia. We packed into a van on a Friday evening and headed downtown to a seated auditorium.

Supporting Early Learning and Well-being: Developmental Milestone Printables

Developmental milestones are behaviors and skills that emerge in young children over time and at different ages. Milestones are often described as the things that most children can do by a certain age.

Free Mindfulness Printables from Pawsitive Choices: Calming Breath Cards

As educators, we play an important role in helping children learn how to manage big feelings. Being able to navigate emotions such as anger and frustration is a foundational element of healthy social-emotional development.

Universal transitional kindergarten at Los Angeles Unified | Quick Guide

The Los Angeles Unified School District says it’s on track to roll out universal transitional kindergarten, or UTK, this coming fall — two years ahead of the state’s deadline for all public elementary schools.

Potty training, ‘accidents,’ wiping issues complicate 4-year-olds’ start at public schools

With just weeks left to prepare her 4-year-old son for his first day in public school, Andrea Gallegos still has a few things to check off on her to-do list. Buy him a new backpack. Wean him off his daily nap. And achieve a major developmental milestone — using the toilet completely on his own.

Understanding Licensing Regulations: After Hours Childcare in California

When it comes to operating a childcare center in California, maintaining compliance with state licensing regulations is non-negotiable.