Emergency Planning for Children with Special Health Care Needs: 5 Tips for Providers
Nearly 1 out of every 5 children in the United States has a special health care need.... Read more.
Goals to Set for Your Child Care Business at the Start of the New Year
This time of year, many of us reflect on the previous year and set resolutions or goals for the upcoming year! Regardless of your feelings about New Year's resolutions,... Read more.
5 Winter Recipe Ideas for Kids
With all the great reasons to incorporate seasonal foods into your program's menu, it's easy to see that seasonal recipes are good for your children's mind and appetite!... Read more.
Food Allergies in Childcare – Holiday Party Alternatives
There’s a lot of great things to celebrate during this time of year! When planning your holiday parties, do you think about the kids with food allergies in your... Read more.
5 Tips to Preventing Cavities in Childcare
Have you ever had a cavity? According to the CDC, more than 1 in 5 children aged 2 to 5 years has at least one cavity in their baby teeth. That’s a lot!... Read more.
Is Your Child Care Program Breastfeeding Friendly?
The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition maintains a list of child care providers across our state who have been designated as breastfeeding friendly.... Read more.
6 Easy Steps for Gardening in Early Childhood Education
Add a little bit of homegrown flavor to your child care program’s kitchen table.... Read more.
How to Combat Stress in Your Program
It can be challenging to know what you can do to best support yourself, your staff, and your children during hard times.... Read more.
The Benefits of Toothbrushing in Early Childhood Education
Kids with cavities miss school and have missed opportunities. Pain and infection from untreated cavities can lead to problems with eating, speaking, and learning.... Read more.
How to Support Children with Birth Defects
Child care providers have a unique opportunity to play a critical role in preventing and early identification of birth defects.... Read more.