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Smooth Sailing with the Birth-to-5 CDA: Manage an Effective Program
09/12/2025Smooth Sailing with the Birth-to-5 CDA: Manage an Effective Program Behind every joyful, #playful #classroom is careful planning and organization. Children may not notice the daily routines, schedules, or systems you create—but they feel the difference when things run smoothly. That’s... Smooth Sailing with the Birth-to-5 CDA: Manage an Effective Program
Families First: Strengthening Bonds Through Birth to Five
09/12/2025Families First: Strengthening Bonds Through Birth to Five Children thrive when the adults in their lives work together as a team. That’s why Building Productive Relationships with Families is one of the essential competency standards in the Birth-to-5 CDA Credential. This standard foc... Families First: Strengthening Bonds Through Birth to Five
Hearts and Minds: How the CDA Birth-to-5 Credential Builds Social & Emotional Growth
09/12/2025Hearts and Minds: How the CDA Birth-to-5 Credential Builds Social & Emotional Growth When children feel loved, valued, and secure, they’re #free to explore the world around them with confidence. That’s why Supporting Social and Emotional Development is one of the most im... Hearts and Minds: How the CDA Birth-to-5 Credential Builds Social & Emotional Growth
Bright Minds, Busy Bodies: Physical & Intellectual Competence in birth to 5
09/12/2025Bright Minds, Busy Bodies: Physical & Intellectual Competence in birth to 5 Children are natural explorers. From stacking blocks to asking “why?” a hundred times a day, their #growth depends on opportunities to move, think, and discover. One of the most exciting co... Bright Minds, Busy Bodies: Physical & Intellectual Competence in birth to 5
Keeping Smiles Safe: Safe, Healthy Learning Environments
09/12/2025Keeping Smiles Safe: Safe & Healthy Learning Environments Working with little ones—from infants to age five—is a joyful, messy, amazing job. But along with that joy comes a big responsibility: making sure every environment you create is #safe, #healthy, and supportive,... Keeping Smiles Safe: Safe, Healthy Learning Environments
Eyes Wide Open: How CDA Candidates Can Master Documentation and Observation 👀✍️
09/08/2025Eyes Wide Open: How CDA Candidates Can Master Documentation and Observation👀✍️ When you’re working toward your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, two skills rise to the top: documentation and observation. These aren’t just boxes to check—they’re tools tha... Eyes Wide Open: How CDA Candidates Can Master Documentation and Observation 👀✍️
Guiding with Heart ❤️: Positive Classroom Strategies That Really Work
09/08/2025Guiding with Heart ❤️: Positive Classroom Strategies That Really Work Why is positive guidance so important in #early-childhood #classrooms? Children thrive in environments where they feel #safe, understood, and encouraged. Positive guidance isn’t about controlling behavior—it&... Guiding with Heart ❤️: Positive Classroom Strategies That Really Work
Milestone Magic! Navigating Wonder Years from Birth to Age 5
09/08/2025Milestone Magic! Navigating Wonder Years from Birth to Age 5 Introduction Early childhood is full of magic, growth, and milestones—and as an #educator or caregiver, there’s nothing more rewarding than watching little ones blossom from newborns to #preschoolers. This article will gu... Milestone Magic! Navigating Wonder Years from Birth to Age 5
Choosing Wisely: Top CDA Training Programs That Set You Up for Success 🚀
09/08/2025Choosing Wisely: Top CDA Training Programs That Set You Up for Success🚀 Why does the right CDA training program matter? Not all CDA training programs are created equal. Choosing the right one can make the difference between feeling overwhelmed and stepping into your Verification Visit with ... Choosing Wisely: Top CDA Training Programs That Set You Up for Success 🚀
Ready, Set, CDA! Conquer Your Verification Visit with Confidence
09/08/2025Ready, Set, CDA! Conquer Your Verification Visit with Confidence Why is the CDA Verification Visit such a big deal? The CDA Verification Visit is the final step in your journey toward earning the Child Development Associate® Credential. It’s your chance to show an experienced C... Ready, Set, CDA! Conquer Your Verification Visit with Confidence
