[Skip to content](/content/blog/#content/index.html) ##### RESOURCES # Blog [**How To Increase Childcare Enrollment: 5 Tour Tips**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Aug 27, 2026\\ \\ Tours of your child care center are the first impression parents get of your business. Let’s take a look at five tips to improve your tours, connect with parents on a deeper level and grow enrollment.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/five-tips-to-improve-your-child-care-center-tours/ "How To Increase Childcare Enrollment: 5 Tour Tips"/index.html) [**What Is a Parent Teacher Communication App? Your Complete Guide for 2026**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ See what a parent teacher communication app actually does, which features matter most for your classroom and how top options compare in 2026.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/what-is-a-parent-teacher-communication-app-your-complete-guide-for-2026/ "What Is a Parent Teacher Communication App? Your Complete Guide for 2026"/index.html) [**Child Care Attendance: How to Track It, Stay Compliant and Simplify Sign-In**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ See how child care attendance tracking works, from daycare attendance sheets to digital check-in, and keep your center compliant.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/your-questions-about-child-care-attendance-tracking-answered/ "Child Care Attendance: How to Track It, Stay Compliant and Simplify Sign-In"/index.html) Search for: [Aug 27, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Child Care Billing Software: The Features Your Center Needs**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Aug 27, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Looking for child care billing software that handles tuition, subsidies and QuickBooks in one place? See the 6 features Procare customers rely on and get pricing.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/resources-top-billing-accounting-features-child-care/ "Child Care Billing Software: The Features Your Center Needs"/index.html) [Aug 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **The Best Daycare Communications App: 7 Key Features**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Aug 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Looking for the best daycare communications app? See the 7 features you need for messaging, billing, daily reports and emergency alerts.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/choosing-the-best-parent-communication-app-for-your-child-care-business/ "The Best Daycare Communications App: 7 Key Features"/index.html) [Aug 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **10 Child Care Payment Methods Every Center Should Offer in 2026**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorBrittany Bromir\\ \\ Aug 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Explore 10 child care payment methods, from ACH autopay to digital wallets, and learn how to simplify tuition billing, invoicing and online daycare payments for your families.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/10-child-care-payment-methods-every-center-should-offer-in-2026/ "10 Child Care Payment Methods Every Center Should Offer in 2026"/index.html) [Aug 5, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Best Childcare Software for Small Centers in 2026**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Aug 5, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Compare Procare, Brightwheel and Kangarootime to find child care software built for centers under 60 kids. Maximize your budget and find your ideal software.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/childcare-management-software-for-small-businesses-what-daycare-owners-actually-use-in-2026/ "Best Childcare Software for Small Centers in 2026 "/index.html) [Aug 4, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **18 Sensory Activities for Toddlers (1–3 Years)**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Aug 4, 2026 \\ \\ \\ 18 sensory activities for toddlers, organized by age (1–2 and 2–3 years). Simple, low-cost ideas for home or the classroom, plus the developmental benefits of each.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/18-sensory-activities-for-toddlers-1-3-years/ "18 Sensory Activities for Toddlers (1–3 Years/index.html)") [Aug 4, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **20 Sensory Activities for Infants (0–12 Months)**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Aug 4, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Updated in 2026, we have 20 sensory activities for babies. Use these in your infant classroom or at home today.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/list-of-sensory-activities-for-infants/ "20 Sensory Activities for Infants (0–12 Months/index.html)") [Aug 3, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **The Director’s Guide to Float Teachers: How to Hire, Schedule, and Get the Most from Your Daycare Floater**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Aug 3, 2026 \\ \\ \\ A float teacher can be one of the most versatile people on your staff, or one of the most underutilized.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/the-directors-guide-to-float-teachers-how-to-hire-schedule-and-get-the-most-from-your-daycare-floater/ "The Director’s Guide to Float Teachers: How to Hire, Schedule, and Get the Most from Your Daycare Floater"/index.html) [Jul 30, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How Procare Simplifies Attendance Tracking and Business Management for Tutoring Centers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Jul 30, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Learn how tutoring programs use Procare to digitally track attendance and manage center operations with ease.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-procare-simplifies-attendance-tracking-and-business-management-for-tutoring-centers/ "How Procare Simplifies Attendance Tracking and Business Management for Tutoring Centers"/index.html) [Jul 30, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How to Prepare Your Child Care Center for a Licensing Inspection**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Jul 30, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Licensing inspections don't have to be stressful. Centers that handle them well share one trait: they treat compliance as a daily practice.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-prepare-your-child-care-center-for-a-licensing-inspection/ "How to Prepare Your Child Care Center for a Licensing Inspection"/index.html) [Jul 27, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Childcare Waitlist Management: How Smart Directors Turn Waitlists into Revenue**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Jul 27, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Here's how to manage your childcare center waitlist well, keep families engaged, and fill every seat before it costs you.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/childcare-waitlist-management-how-smart-directors-turn-waitlists-into-revenue/ "Childcare Waitlist Management: How Smart Directors Turn Waitlists into Revenue"/index.html) [Jul 23, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How to Write a Childcare Employee Handbook (With What to Include)**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Jul 23, 2026 \\ \\ \\ A good employee handbook sets expectations, protects your center, and gives your staff a clear picture of how your program operates.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-write-a-childcare-employee-handbook-with-what-to-include/ "How to Write a Childcare Employee Handbook (With What to Include/index.html)") [Jul 20, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How to Teach Multi-Age Classrooms: A Step-by-Step Guide for Early Childhood Educators**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Jul 20, 2026 \\ \\ \\ This guide walks you through what you need to know to teach mixed-age classrooms effectively — from planning your space to putting the right teaching strategies in place.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-teach-multi-age-classrooms-a-step-by-step-guide-for-early-childhood-educators/ "How to Teach Multi-Age Classrooms: A Step-by-Step Guide for Early Childhood Educators"/index.html) [Jun 11, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How to Set (and Actually Collect) Late Payment Fees at Your Daycare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Jun 11, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Late tuition is one of the most common financial headaches in childcare. Here's how to build a policy that protects your cash flow, communicates clearly to families, and mostly enforces itself.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-set-and-actually-collect-late-payment-fees-at-your-daycare/ "How to Set (and Actually Collect/index.html) Late Payment Fees at Your Daycare") [May 21, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **From Guesswork to Growth: How Smart Room Forecasting Fills More Seats**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorAmi Murthy\\ \\ May 21, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Stop losing revenue to empty seats. RoomRunner predicts child room transitions 30–90 days out so you can fill openings before they happen.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/child-care-room-transition-forecasting/ "From Guesswork to Growth: How Smart Room Forecasting Fills More Seats"/index.html) [May 13, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Your Playbook for Increasing Daycare Enrollment: Child Care Enrollment Strategies That Fill Classrooms Faster**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorAmi Murthy\\ \\ May 13, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Most centers focus on marketing to grow enrollment. Directors who fill every seat focus on operations first. Here’s the playbook.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/your-playbook-for-increasing-daycare-enrollment-child-care-enrollment-strategies-that-fill-classrooms-faster/ "Your Playbook for Increasing Daycare Enrollment: Child Care Enrollment Strategies That Fill Classrooms Faster"/index.html) [Apr 23, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How to Build a Professional Development Plan for Child Care Workers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorSam Loveland\\ \\ Apr 23, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Learn how to build a child care professional development plan, set goals and find training programs to support staff growth.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-create-professional-development-plan-child-care/ "How to Build a Professional Development Plan for Child Care Workers"/index.html) [Apr 17, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Best Accounting Software for Daycare Business: QuickBooks Alternatives**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Apr 17, 2026 \\ \\ \\ QuickBooks wasn't built for sibling discounts, subsidy billing or attendance-based tuition. Compare the best daycare accounting software options for 2026.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/better-accounting-software-for-daycare-business-quickbooks-alternatives-that-actually-fit/ "Best Accounting Software for Daycare Business: QuickBooks Alternatives"/index.html) [Apr 17, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Why Staff Disconnection Is a Leadership Problem**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorKarli Jerabek\\ \\ Apr 17, 2026 \\ \\ \\ When staff disconnect, your entire center feels it, from the quality of care to family relationships and overall culture.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/why-staff-disconnection-is-a-leadership-problem/ "Why Staff Disconnection Is a Leadership Problem"/index.html) [Apr 16, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **The 9 Best Preschool Curriculum Programs for 2026 (Expert Picks)**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Apr 16, 2026 \\ \\ \\ This guide features the top preschool curriculum options in 2026, covering both research-based and child-centered approaches.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/the-9-best-preschool-curriculum-programs-for-2026-expert-picks/ "The 9 Best Preschool Curriculum Programs for 2026 (Expert Picks/index.html)") [Apr 10, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How Head Start Programs Can Strengthen Assessments with ChildPlus**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Apr 10, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Learn how Head Start programs can simplify assessments, stay compliant and support school readiness using integrated tools in ChildPlus.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-head-start-programs-can-strengthen-assessments-with-childplus/ "How Head Start Programs Can Strengthen Assessments with ChildPlus"/index.html) [Apr 8, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Choosing Goals For Your Daycare in 2026!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorSam Loveland\\ \\ Apr 8, 2026 \\ \\ \\ What are your plans for your child care center in 2026? We have three ways to set goals and propel your business forward.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/choosing-goals-for-your-child-care-center-in-2026/ "Choosing Goals For Your Daycare in 2026!"/index.html) [Apr 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Starting Strong: How Procare Supports Franchise Childcare Centers from Day One**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorSam Loveland\\ \\ Apr 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ When a franchise owner opens a childcare center, the clock starts ticking immediately. Here's how the industry thinks about that critical ramp-up period, and how Procare is here to help.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/starting-strong-how-procare-supports-franchise-childcare-centers-from-day-one/ "Starting Strong: How Procare Supports Franchise Childcare Centers from Day One"/index.html) [Apr 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **The Child Care Directors Guide to Early Learning Standards and Accreditation**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorBrittany Bromir\\ \\ Apr 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Everything early childhood directors need to know about quality standards, accreditation requirements, and state-specific regulations.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/the-child-care-directors-guide-to-early-learning-standards-and-accreditation/ "The Child Care Directors Guide to Early Learning Standards and Accreditation"/index.html) [Mar 25, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Best Child Care Management Software for 2026: The Complete Buyer’s Guide**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Mar 25, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Finding the right child care management software for your center means matching the right tool to your situation, budget, and challenges.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/best-child-care-management-software-for-2026-the-complete-buyers-guide/ "Best Child Care Management Software for 2026: The Complete Buyer’s Guide"/index.html) [Mar 23, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How Procare Helps You Grow Your Child Care Center’s Enrollment**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorKarli Jerabek\\ \\ Mar 23, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Learn how Procare streamlines enrollment, strengthens family communication and gives child care centers the clarity they need to grow sustainably.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-procare-helps-you-grow-your-child-care-centers-enrollment/ "How Procare Helps You Grow Your Child Care Center’s Enrollment"/index.html) [Mar 19, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **The Ultimate Guide to Anecdotal Records in Early Childhood Education**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 19, 2026 \\ \\ \\ We answer questions about anecdotal records such as what they are, how they differ from other types of records and tips for using them!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/anecdotal-records-early-childhood-education/ "The Ultimate Guide to Anecdotal Records in Early Childhood Education"/index.html) [Mar 19, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Small Group Activities for Preschoolers (& Why They’re So Important)**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 19, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Small group activities help kids develop skills like cooperation and sharing while socializing and developing their own interests.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/small-group-activities-for-preschoolers-why-theyre-so-important/ "Small Group Activities for Preschoolers (& Why They’re So Important/index.html)") [Mar 18, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Are You Ready for the 2025-2026 PIR Changes?**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorKarli Jerabek\\ \\ Mar 18, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Prepare for the 2025-2026 PIR updates with confidence. Learn what’s changing and discover how ChildPlus helps Head Start programs stay compliant.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/are-you-ready-for-pir-changes/ "Are You Ready for the 2025-2026 PIR Changes?"/index.html) [Mar 13, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **The 4 Pillars of Supportive Professional Learning in Early Childhood Education**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorBelicia Carter\\ \\ Mar 13, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Learn about the 4 key ingredients of successful ECE training: access, shared experience, psychological safety, and application.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/the-4-pillars-of-supportive-professional-learning-in-early-childhood-education/ "The 4 Pillars of Supportive Professional Learning in Early Childhood Education"/index.html) [Mar 13, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How Procare Solves the Top 4 Child Care Business Challenges in 2026**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorKarli Jerabek\\ \\ Mar 13, 2026 \\ \\ \\ This new report identifies the four biggest challenges ECE centers face: staff retention, enrollment, limited public funding and professional development. \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-procare-solves-the-top-4-child-care-business-challenges/ "How Procare Solves the Top 4 Child Care Business Challenges in 2026"/index.html) [Mar 11, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How Can Early Childhood Education Programs Make Professional Development More Effective?**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorBelicia Carter\\ \\ Mar 11, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Discover why collaborative professional development works better for early childhood programs and how shared learning improves engagement.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/collaborative-professional-development-early-childhood/ "How Can Early Childhood Education Programs Make Professional Development More Effective?"/index.html) [Mar 3, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **The Ultimate Guide to Daycare Scheduling Software for Busy Directors**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Mar 3, 2026 \\ \\ \\ The right software won't just organize your schedules. It prevents compliance violations, cuts down on overtime costs, and gives you back precious time.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-daycare-scheduling-software-for-busy-directors/ "The Ultimate Guide to Daycare Scheduling Software for Busy Directors"/index.html) [Feb 24, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **What Is Conscious Discipline and How to Use It in Early Childhood Classrooms**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorBrittany Bromir\\ \\ Feb 24, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Conscious Discipline teaches children the skills they need to regulate emotions, solve problems, and build positive relationships.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/what-is-conscious-discipline-and-how-to-use-it-in-early-childhood-classrooms/ "What Is Conscious Discipline and How to Use It in Early Childhood Classrooms"/index.html) [Feb 19, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **50 Best Teacher Appreciation Week Ideas: Show Your Gratitude in 2026**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Feb 19, 2026 \\ \\ \\ This guide shares the why, the planning tips, and 50 creative, practical, and budget-flexible ideas to help you celebrate your teachers.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/50-best-teacher-appreciation-week-ideas-show-your-gratitude-in-2026/ "50 Best Teacher Appreciation Week Ideas: Show Your Gratitude in 2026"/index.html) [Feb 18, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How to Grow Your Child Care Center’s Enrollment**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Feb 18, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Want to boost your child care center's enrollment? Let’s look at some tips for enrolling new families and how Procare can help!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/growing-your-enrollment-how-to-do-it-and-how-procare-can-help/ "How to Grow Your Child Care Center’s Enrollment"/index.html) [Feb 18, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Embracing Creativity: The Power of Process Art for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 18, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Let’s explore more about process art and effective methods for teaching process art in a preschool setting!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/process-art-for-preschoolers-activities/ "Embracing Creativity: The Power of Process Art for Preschoolers"/index.html) [Feb 18, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Gross Motor Skills and Activities for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Feb 18, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Learn how to develop gross motor skills in daycare with these activities tailored to children of different age groups!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/gross-motor-skills-and-activities-for-preschoolers-2/ "Gross Motor Skills and Activities for Preschoolers"/index.html) [Feb 17, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Teaching Vowel Sounds Made Simple: A Preschool Teacher’s Success Guide**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Feb 17, 2026 \\ \\ \\ The foundation of English language starts with just five crucial letters - A, E, I, O, and U. These vowels form the backbone of our language, making reading, writing, and speaking possible.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/teaching-vowel-sounds-made-simple-a-preschool-teachers-success-guide/ "Teaching Vowel Sounds Made Simple: A Preschool Teacher’s Success Guide"/index.html) [Feb 17, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Why Some Child Care Centers Are Switching from Brightwheel in 2026**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Feb 17, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Child care management software should make your life easier, not more complicated. Yet many centers using Brightwheel are finding themselves frustrated.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/why-some-child-care-centers-are-switching-from-brightwheel-in-2026/ "Why Some Child Care Centers Are Switching from Brightwheel in 2026"/index.html) [Feb 12, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Developing Fine Motor Skills in Preschoolers: Activities and Tips for Educators**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 12, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Improve fine motor skills for preschoolers with crafts, tracing and building blocks. Discover expert-curated activities to help!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/fine-motor-skills-activities-for-preschoolers/ "Developing Fine Motor Skills in Preschoolers: Activities and Tips for Educators"/index.html) [Feb 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Childcare Software Buyer’s Guide 2026: What to Look for & How to Buy**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Feb 6, 2026 \\ \\ \\ You'll learn how to identify your real needs, avoid common pitfalls, and choose a solution that truly supports your center.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/childcare-software-buyers-guide-2026-what-to-look-for-how-to-buy/ "Childcare Software Buyer’s Guide 2026: What to Look for & How to Buy"/index.html) [Feb 5, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **8 Types of Preschool Programs: A Parent’s Guide to Making the Right Choice (2026)**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorScott Shelton\\ \\ Feb 5, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Trying to understand what type of preschool is best for your family? From play-based to academic-focused, we'll break it all down.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/8-types-of-preschool-programs-a-parents-guide-to-making-the-right-choice-2026/ "8 Types of Preschool Programs: A Parent’s Guide to Making the Right Choice (2026/index.html)") [Feb 4, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Valentine’s Day Crafts and Activities for Your Daycare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 4, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Let's take a look at crafts and games such as a "heart hunt" to celebrate Valentine's Day in your child care center!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/valentines-day-crafts-and-games-for-your-daycare/ "Valentine’s Day Crafts and Activities for Your Daycare"/index.html) [Jan 27, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Creating a Potty Training Policy for Your Daycare Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 27, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Learn how to create an effective potty training policy for your daycare. Get tips for teachers and a framework for partnering with parents.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/creating-a-potty-training-policy-for-your-daycare-center/ "Creating a Potty Training Policy for Your Daycare Center"/index.html) [Jan 20, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How to Build a Positive Workplace Culture for Your Child Care Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jan 20, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at how to build and maintain a positive culture for ECE staff, including how to recognize and reward efforts!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-build-a-positive-culture-for-ece-staff/ "How to Build a Positive Workplace Culture for Your Child Care Center"/index.html) [Jan 8, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **How to Reduce Staff Burnout in Your Child Care Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorKarli Jerabek\\ \\ Jan 8, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Understand the common causes of burnout and prioritize your staff’s well-being to create a positive shift in your center’s culture!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-reduce-staff-burnout-in-your-child-care-center/ "How to Reduce Staff Burnout in Your Child Care Center"/index.html) [Jan 5, 2026 \\ \\ \\ **Daycare Lesson Planning Tips and Daycare Lesson Plans**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 5, 2026 \\ \\ \\ Check out these daycare lesson planning tips and see weekly lesson plans with themes for 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds and infants!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/child-care-lesson-planning-tips/ "Daycare Lesson Planning Tips and Daycare Lesson Plans"/index.html) [Dec 18, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Celebrating Riley De Jesus: Our 2025 CARE Award Winner**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Dec 18, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Over the past few weeks, Procare staff carefully evaluated all finalists. With the highest number of votes, Riley emerged as our chosen winner!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/celebrating-riley-de-jesus-our-2025-care-award-winner/ "Celebrating Riley De Jesus: Our 2025 CARE Award Winner "/index.html) [Dec 15, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Top Procare Solutions Webinars of 2025!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Dec 15, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Our five most-popular webinars of 2025 cover topics from building a strong culture to mastering effective child care marketing strategies!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/top-procare-solutions-webinars-of-2025/ "Top Procare Solutions Webinars of 2025!"/index.html) [Dec 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Winter Craft Ideas for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorKarli Jerabek\\ \\ Dec 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Help children develop fine motor skills, express their creativity and make lasting memories with these five simple and festive winter craft ideas!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-winter-craft-ideas-for-preschoolers/ "5 Winter Craft Ideas for Preschoolers"/index.html) [Nov 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Strengthen Family Relationships with Drop-In Care**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorKarli Jerabek\\ \\ Nov 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Discover how drop-in care can help build lasting relationships with families and ensure your center’s long-term success.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/strengthen-family-relationships-with-drop-in-care/ "Strengthen Family Relationships with Drop-In Care"/index.html) [Nov 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Five Gobbly Good Turkey Crafts, Each With a Different Learning Focus, for Your Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Nov 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Check out these five gobbly good ideas for turkey crafts that each promote a different learning objective for your preschoolers!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/five-gobbly-good-turkey-crafts-each-with-a-different-learning-focus-for-your-preschoolers/ "Five Gobbly Good Turkey Crafts, Each With a Different Learning Focus, for Your Preschoolers"/index.html) [Oct 31, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **SOC 2 Compliance: Your Questions Answered**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 31, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Get answers to your questions about SOC 2 Type 2 compliance. Learn what it is, why it matters in child care and how it helps build trust.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/soc-2-compliance-your-questions-answered/ "SOC 2 Compliance: Your Questions Answered"/index.html) [Oct 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **The True ROI of Procare: What 40,000+ Centers Already Know**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Oct 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Wondering what Procare software costs? See what's included in your price, what's optional and how directors decide it's worth it. Get your quote.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-much-does-procare-cost/ "The True ROI of Procare: What 40,000+ Centers Already Know"/index.html) [Oct 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Procare Myths Debunked: The Truth About Child Care Tech**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ We're setting the record straight on 5 myths about Procare. Learn the truth about Procare's flexibility, features and implementation process. \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-procare-myths-debunked-the-truth-about-child-care-tech/ "5 Procare Myths Debunked: The Truth About Child Care Tech "/index.html) [Oct 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Ways Child Care Centers Can Boost Success with Drop-In Care**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Discover how offering drop-in care can boost revenue, attract new customers and maximize capacity at your child care center.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-ways-child-care-centers-can-boost-success-with-drop-in-care/ "5 Ways Child Care Centers Can Boost Success with Drop-In Care"/index.html) [Oct 9, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Seven Ways to Celebrate Halloween at Your Child Care Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Oct 9, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Spooky treats, crafts, indoor trick-or-treating ... Halloween is coming and we've got ideas to help you celebrate at your child care center!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/seven-ways-to-celebrate-halloween-at-your-child-care-center/ "Seven Ways to Celebrate Halloween at Your Child Care Center"/index.html) [Oct 8, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Security for Pick-Ups and Drop-Offs with Procare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 8, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Discover how Procare enables contactless check-ins, tracks attendance and simplifies communication for busy child care centers.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/security-for-pick-ups-and-drop-offs-with-procare/ "Security for Pick-Ups and Drop-Offs with Procare"/index.html) [Oct 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Five Halloween Crafts for Child Care Centers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Discover five fun and easy Halloween crafts for child care centers. Find step-by-step instructions for engaging activities kids will love.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/five-halloween-crafts-for-child-care-centers/ "Five Halloween Crafts for Child Care Centers"/index.html) [Oct 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **A Guide to Preschool Enrichment Programs**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Explore preschool enrichment programs with our question-and-answer guide for providers. Get tips to enhance your child care center!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/a-guide-to-preschool-enrichment-programs/ "A Guide to Preschool Enrichment Programs"/index.html) [Oct 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Halloween Party Themes for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Check out five Halloween party themes for preschoolers to ensure that little ones enjoy themselves without feeling overwhelmed!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-halloween-party-themes-for-preschoolers/ "5 Halloween Party Themes for Preschoolers"/index.html) [Sep 26, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Eight Fall Activities For Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Sep 26, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Check out these eight ideas to celebrate fall in your preschool classrooms, from leaf mazes to nature-themed treasure hunts.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/eight-fall-activities-for-preschoolers/ "Eight Fall Activities For Preschoolers"/index.html) [Sep 25, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Encouraging Responsibility with a Preschool Job Chart**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 25, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how a preschool classroom job chart builds confidence and teaches young children responsibility. This blog includes job ideas and tips.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/encouraging-responsibility-with-a-preschool-job-chart/ "Encouraging Responsibility with a Preschool Job Chart"/index.html) [Sep 25, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Craft the Perfect Preschool Welcome Letter**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 25, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Craft the perfect preschool welcome letter with our expert tips. Set a positive tone, personalize your message and connect with families.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-craft-the-perfect-preschool-welcome-letter-procare/ "How to Craft the Perfect Preschool Welcome Letter"/index.html) [Sep 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Use Daycare Routines to Improve Child Behavior**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at six key elements of an effective daycare routine, as well as three ways to implement and maintain routines!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/daycare-routines-to-improve-child-behavior/ "Use Daycare Routines to Improve Child Behavior"/index.html) [Sep 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Using Toddler Routines in Daycare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Consistent routines not only provide a sense of security but also foster independence, emotional stability and cognitive growth.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/using-toddler-routines-in-daycare/ "Using Toddler Routines in Daycare"/index.html) [Sep 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Preschool Weekly Theme Ideas for 2026**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Get weekly, monthly and seasonal preschool theme ideas for your child care center, and learn about thematic units!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/preschool-weekly-themes-ideas/ "Preschool Weekly Theme Ideas for 2026"/index.html) [Sep 9, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Establishing Infant Routines in Child Care**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 9, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Infant routines in daycare create a sense of security and must meet parents' expectations for baby schedules as well.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/establishing-infant-routines-in-child-care/ "Establishing Infant Routines in Child Care"/index.html) [Sep 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Five First-Day-of-School Ideas for ECE Teachers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Check out five ideas for child care and ECE teachers to make that first day of school memorable and smooth!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/five-first-day-of-school-ideas-for-ece-teachers/ "Five First-Day-of-School Ideas for ECE Teachers"/index.html) [Sep 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Daily Schedule Ideas for Preschool**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Preschool daily schedules help children feel secure and understand. Let's look at examples of preschool schedule ideas!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/daily-schedule-ideas-for-preschool/ "Daily Schedule Ideas for Preschool"/index.html) [Aug 19, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Four Creative Birthday Board Ideas for Preschool Classrooms**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Aug 19, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at four fun birthday board ideas that preschool teachers can create to celebrate the special days of little learners!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/preschool-birthday-board-ideas/ "Four Creative Birthday Board Ideas for Preschool Classrooms"/index.html) [Aug 8, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Four Tips to Make Parents Comfortable on the First Day of Preschool**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Aug 8, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Here's how you can make parents feel more comfortable when they drop off their kids at your preschool for the first time.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/four-tips-to-make-parents-comfortable-on-the-first-day-of-preschool/ "Four Tips to Make Parents Comfortable on the First Day of Preschool"/index.html) [Aug 6, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Ways to Welcome Children Back to Preschool**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Aug 6, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Setting the tone for a successful school year begins before the first day. Here are 5 ways to welcome children to preschool!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-ways-to-welcome-children-back-to-preschool/ "5 Ways to Welcome Children Back to Preschool"/index.html) [Jul 31, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Create a Great Newsletter for Your Child Care Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 31, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how to craft engaging child care newsletters! Get tips on content planning, design and keeping parents informed and connected.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-create-a-great-newsletter-for-your-child-care-center/ "How to Create a Great Newsletter for Your Child Care Center"/index.html) [Jul 28, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Indoor and Outdoor Safety Checklist for Child Care Centers and Preschools**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jul 28, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Parents want to guarantee their child's safety at child care. Here's a safety checklist for indoors and outdoors at daycares and preschools.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/indoor-and-outdoor-safety-checklist-for-child-care-centers/ "Indoor and Outdoor Safety Checklist for Child Care Centers and Preschools"/index.html) [Jul 25, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How a Digital ECE Curriculum Helps Your Child Care Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 25, 2025 \\ \\ \\ A good digital daycare curriculum provides lesson plans for all age groups and creates the conditions for children to discover answers.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-a-digital-ece-curriculum-helps-your-child-care-center/ "How a Digital ECE Curriculum Helps Your Child Care Center "/index.html) [Jul 22, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How Curriculum Designed for Early Childhood Education Benefits Child Care Centers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Jul 22, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at how a strong early childhood education curriculum benefits your students and your child care center!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/benefits-early-childhood-education-curriculum-daycare-centers/ "How Curriculum Designed for Early Childhood Education Benefits Child Care Centers"/index.html) [Jul 16, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Questions Parents Should Ask About a Child Care Center’s Curriculum**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 16, 2025 \\ \\ \\ A child care center's curriculum can tell you a lot about a center. Let's take a look at five important questions parents should ask about a child care center's curriculum before you enroll your kids in their program.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-questions-parents-should-ask-about-a-child-care-centers-curriculum/ "5 Questions Parents Should Ask About a Child Care Center’s Curriculum"/index.html) [Jul 15, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Build Your Child Care Center’s Family Handbook**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 15, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn the 10 sections of a child care center family handbook to cover what parents need to know from enrollment and beyond!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/build-your-child-care-centers-family-handbook/ "Build Your Child Care Center’s Family Handbook"/index.html) [Jul 14, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **A Guide for Child Care Centers on All Things Summer!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Jul 14, 2025 \\ \\ \\ No doubt your child care center is all about fun in the sun. Check out this guide to make sure your daycare is ready for summer activities.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/a-guide-for-child-care-centers-on-all-things-summer/ "A Guide for Child Care Centers on All Things Summer!"/index.html) [Jul 10, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Why State-Approved ECE Curriculum Matters**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 10, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how your child care center can benefit from a state-approved ECE curriculum, including bettering your chances of securing grants!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/why-state-approved-ece-curriculum-matters/ "Why State-Approved ECE Curriculum Matters "/index.html) [Jul 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Our 7 Best Tips for Customer Retention in Child Care**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jul 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Check out these seven tips for customer retention in child care to keep the families who are enrolled in your daycare year after year!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/our-7-best-tips-for-customer-retention-in-child-care/ "Our 7 Best Tips for Customer Retention in Child Care"/index.html) [Jul 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Nine Steps to Choose the Best Daycare Curriculum**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jul 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ We’re giving you a step-by-step guide to creating or choosing the best daycare curriculum for your center.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/nine-steps-to-create-the-best-daycare-curriculum/ "Nine Steps to Choose the Best Daycare Curriculum"/index.html) [Jun 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Chatter that Matters: Boosting Development with Everyday Talk**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Boost literacy, social skills and emotional expression by creating a dialogue-rich classroom with everyday talk and videos.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/chatter-that-matters-boosting-development-with-everyday-talk/ "Chatter that Matters: Boosting Development with Everyday Talk "/index.html) [Jun 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Fourth of July Daycare Craft Ideas for Toddlers and Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Check out some ideas for Fourth of July daycare art projects for preschoolers and toddlers that are simple, safe and fun!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/fourth-of-july-daycare-craft-ideas-for-toddlers-and-preschoolers/ "Fourth of July Daycare Craft Ideas for Toddlers and Preschoolers"/index.html) [Jun 16, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Benefits of Offering Preschool Enrichment Programs**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jun 16, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Discover how preschool enrichment programs benefit kids and child care centers and learn about different enrichment activities.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/enrichment-programs-for-students-why-your-child-should-get-involved/ "Benefits of Offering Preschool Enrichment Programs"/index.html) [Jun 16, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Early Childhood Education Assessments: Five Answers to Key Questions**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 16, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Early childhood assessments provide vital information about student progress, inform instructional strategies and identify learning gaps!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/ece-assessments-five-answers-to-key-questions/ "Early Childhood Education Assessments: Five Answers to Key Questions"/index.html) [Jun 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Use Parent-to-Administrator Messaging for Private Conversations**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Parent-to-administrator messaging offers a direct messaging for private discussions on sensitive child care topics such as billing.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/use-parent-to-administrator-messaging-for-private-conversations/ "Use Parent-to-Administrator Messaging for Private Conversations "/index.html) [Jun 4, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Father’s Day Crafts for Every Age Group at Your Daycare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 4, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Here are five Father's Day craft ideas tailored to different age groups at your daycare so every child can create a memorable gift.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-fathers-day-crafts-for-every-age-group-at-your-daycare/ "5 Father’s Day Crafts for Every Age Group at Your Daycare"/index.html) [Jun 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **ACH Leads in How Families Pay Daycare Tuition**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 2, 2025 \\ \\ \\ ACH remains the most common form of tuition payment among child care centers, but too many centers rely on more dated payment forms.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/ach-leads-in-how-families-pay-daycare-tuition/ "ACH Leads in How Families Pay Daycare Tuition"/index.html) [May 28, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Beyond ABCs: The Critical Role of Comprehensive Curriculum in Child Development**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 28, 2025 \\ \\ \\ A comprehensive curriculum is more than teaching ABCs and 123s. It’s about fostering cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/beyond-abcs-the-critical-role-of-comprehensive-curriculum-in-child-development/ "Beyond ABCs: The Critical Role of Comprehensive Curriculum in Child Development"/index.html) [May 27, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How Professional Development Helps ECE Teachers Overcome Challenges**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 27, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at how early childhood professional development helps teachers manage the challenges of their jobs!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-professional-development-helps-ece-teachers-overcome-challenges/ "How Professional Development Helps ECE Teachers Overcome Challenges"/index.html) [May 22, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **A Guide to Professional Development in Early Childhood Education**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 22, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Explore professional development for ECE including training, workshops, CDAs and online programs to elevate your child care center.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/a-guide-to-professional-development-in-early-childhood-education/ "A Guide to Professional Development in Early Childhood Education"/index.html) [May 22, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Daycare Age Ranges: Understanding the Differences**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 22, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let's take a look at the four early childhood age ranges you need to be aware of and appropriate care techniques for each.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/child-care-age-groups-understanding-the-differences/ "Daycare Age Ranges: Understanding the Differences"/index.html) [May 21, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How a Daycare App Helps De-Stress Child Care Staff**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 21, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how child care staff benefit, and experience less stress during their days, with the help of a daycare app!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-a-daycare-app-helps-de-stress-child-care-staff/ "How a Daycare App Helps De-Stress Child Care Staff"/index.html) [May 15, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Why Curriculum and Assessments Matter in Early Childhood Education**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 15, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Curriculum and assessments in ECE are vital to helping young learners grow. Let's take a look at the reasons why they matter.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/why-curriculum-and-assessments-matter-in-early-childhood-education/ "Why Curriculum and Assessments Matter in Early Childhood Education"/index.html) [May 14, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Social and Emotional Development Activities for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 14, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Explore social and emotional development activities for 3-5 year-olds. Build essential preschool social skills like empathy and self-control.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/social-emotional-development-activities-preschoolers/ "Social and Emotional Development Activities for Preschoolers"/index.html) [May 13, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Four Ways to Help Your Daycare Staff Be Less Stressed**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 13, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at for ways to help you and your child care staff avoid burnout and fully enjoy your work with children.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/seven-ways-to-help-your-staff-be-less-stressed/ "Four Ways to Help Your Daycare Staff Be Less Stressed"/index.html) [May 7, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Create Your CDA Portfolio**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 7, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how to create a CDA portfolio with tips, templates and examples. Perfect for daycare teachers looking to earn their CDA credential!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-create-a-cda-portfolio/ "How to Create Your CDA Portfolio"/index.html) [May 6, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Help ECE Teachers Manage Their Classrooms**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 6, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how child care management software can help your ECE teachers better manage their classrooms with less stress!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-help-ece-teachers-manage-their-classrooms/ "How to Help ECE Teachers Manage Their Classrooms"/index.html) [Apr 30, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Mother’s Day Craft Ideas for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 30, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Check out 5 Mother’s Day crafts for preschoolers that kids will love creating and moms will cherish forever!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-mothers-day-craft-ideas-for-preschoolers/ "5 Mother’s Day Craft Ideas for Preschoolers "/index.html) [Apr 28, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **A Guide to All Things Preschool Graduation! Ideas for Decorations, Themes and More**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 28, 2025 \\ \\ \\ This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about hosting a memorable preschool graduation!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/guide-to-all-things-preschool-graduation/ "A Guide to All Things Preschool Graduation! Ideas for Decorations, Themes and More"/index.html) [Apr 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **25 Daycare Questions Parents Ask**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Apr 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Discover the top 25 questions parents ask prospective daycare and child care centers, and be ready to give an impressive response.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/25-daycare-questions-parents-ask/ "25 Daycare Questions Parents Ask"/index.html) [Apr 17, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **The Procare Solutions Guide to CDA Renewal**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 17, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how to renew your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Find renewal requirements, costs, and step-by-step instructions to maintain your certification. \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/the-procare-solutions-guide-to-cda-renewal/ "The Procare Solutions Guide to CDA Renewal  "/index.html) [Apr 16, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Math in Minutes: Easy Integration into Daily Routines**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 16, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how incorporating videos into curriculum helps young children understand abstract ideas by making them easier to see and explore.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/math-in-minutes-easy-integration-into-daily-routines/ "Math in Minutes: Easy Integration into Daily Routines "/index.html) [Apr 10, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Simplify Managing Your Before and After School Programs with Procare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 10, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how Procare can simplify billing, attendance tracking and more to simplify running your before and after school program!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/simplify-managing-your-before-and-after-school-programs-with-procare/ "Simplify Managing Your Before and After School Programs with Procare"/index.html) [Apr 9, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Craft a Daycare Sick Policy**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 9, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at how to craft a daycare sick policy, as well as examples of what to include in the policy to keep kids and staff healthy!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/crafting-daycare-sick-policy/ "How to Craft a Daycare Sick Policy"/index.html) [Apr 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Keep and Motivate Your Child Care Staff**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Daycares struggle with hiring and retaining staff. Let's look at ways to improve staff well-being, including professional development!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-keep-and-motivate-your-child-care-staff/ "How to Keep and Motivate Your Child Care Staff"/index.html) [Mar 27, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Trends Report 2025: How Child Care Centers Accept Tuition Payments**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 27, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-child-care-centers-accept-tuition/ "Trends Report 2025: How Child Care Centers Accept Tuition Payments"/index.html) [Mar 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Professional Development in Child Care: Five Answers to Key Questions**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 24, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let’s answer five common questions about simplifying and improving professional development training in child care centers!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/professional-development-in-child-care-five-answers-to-key-questions/ "Professional Development in Child Care: Five Answers to Key Questions"/index.html) [Mar 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **The Ultimate Guide to Daycare SEO**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Mar 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ SEO plays a big role in helping prospective customers find your child care center. Learn how to use SEO to grow your daycare business.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-seo-for-daycare-centers/ "The Ultimate Guide to Daycare SEO"/index.html) [Mar 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Celebrate Spring With These Five Activities!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ It’s time to celebrate with these five fun activities you can do with kids at your child care center to celebrate the changing of the season!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/celebrate-spring-with-these-five-activities/ "Celebrate Spring With These Five Activities!"/index.html) [Mar 11, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **2025 Child Care Trends: Grow Your Child Care Center’s Enrollment**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 11, 2025 \\ \\ \\ As a growing number of child care centers report being under-enrolled, learn how Procare can help grow your child care center's enrollment!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/2025-child-care-trends-grow-your-child-care-centers-enrollment/ "2025 Child Care Trends: Grow Your Child Care Center’s Enrollment"/index.html) [Mar 6, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Fun and Educational St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 6, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Check out these educational and fun activities for St. Patrick’s Day in your preschool classrooms to teach math and more!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/fun-and-educational-st-patricks-day-activities-for-preschoolers/ "Fun and Educational St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Preschoolers "/index.html) [Mar 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Teach Letter Recognition to Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let’s explore how to teach letter recognition in your child care center's preschool rooms, as well as fun activities to make it fun!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-teach-letter-recognition-to-preschoolers/ "How to Teach Letter Recognition to Preschoolers"/index.html) [Mar 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Extra Room in Your Center? Take in Extra Kids Over Spring Break!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Mar 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ If your child care center has the capacity to take in more students, spring break is a great opportunity to boost enrollment and revenue.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/taking-in-extra-kids-over-holiday-breaks-can-boost-revenue-and-show-off-what-makes-your-child-care-center-great/ "Extra Room in Your Center? Take in Extra Kids Over Spring Break!"/index.html) [Feb 27, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Gross Motor Skills and Activities for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 27, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how to develop gross motor skills in daycare with these activities tailored to children of different age groups!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/gross-motor-skills-and-activities-for-preschoolers/ "Gross Motor Skills and Activities for Preschoolers"/index.html) [Feb 21, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Daycare vs. Preschool – What’s the Difference?**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Feb 21, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Daycare vs. preschool: Do you know the difference? Discover the characteristics of each and find out what makes them different in this guide.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/daycare-vs-preschool-whats-the-difference/ "Daycare vs. Preschool – What’s the Difference?"/index.html) [Feb 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Business Ideas to Make Your Daycare Stand Out**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 12, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Looking for ways to make your daycare stand out? Give families perks that they can’t find in other child care centers around you!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-business-ideas-to-make-your-daycare-stand-out/ "5 Business Ideas to Make Your Daycare Stand Out"/index.html) [Jan 31, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Why Integrated Payment Processing Matters for Child Care Centers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jan 31, 2025 \\ \\ \\ With Procare's integrated proprietary payment processing, your child care center gets low fees and dedicated support at no additional charge. \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/why-integrated-payment-processing-matters-for-child-care-centers/ "Why Integrated Payment Processing Matters for Child Care Centers   "/index.html) [Jan 27, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Preschool Nap Time Tips: From Rules to Music**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 27, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at what you can do to help your preschoolers get the rest they need, including routines, preschool mats and music!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/blog-preschool-nap-time-tips/ "Preschool Nap Time Tips: From Rules to Music"/index.html) [Jan 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Build a Daycare Center Budget Forecast**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 23, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Learn how to make informed decisions about your child care business with these budget forecasting tips.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/why-you-should-incorporate-forecasting-into-your-child-care-budgeting-and-how-to-do-it/ "How to Build a Daycare Center Budget Forecast"/index.html) [Jan 17, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **5 Indoor Exercises for Child Care Classrooms to Keep Kids Active!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 17, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at five ways to keep kids active in your child care center when there's bad weather and you're stuck inside!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-indoor-exercises-for-child-care-classrooms-to-keep-kids-active/ "5 Indoor Exercises for Child Care Classrooms to Keep Kids Active!"/index.html) [Jan 14, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **How to Conduct a Successful Preschool Parent Teacher Conference**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 14, 2025 \\ \\ \\ If you’re looking for ways to increase family engagement at your preschool, consider hosting parent teacher conferences!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-conduct-a-successful-preschool-parent-teacher-conference/ "How to Conduct a Successful Preschool Parent Teacher Conference"/index.html) [Jan 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **7 Daycare Center Expenses: Budgeting for a Daycare Business**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 3, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Running a daycare center can be costly. Let's look at the most common expenses and how to plan for them to make your business successful!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/7-daycare-center-expenses-how-much-does-it-cost-to-start-your-own-daycare-business/ "7 Daycare Center Expenses: Budgeting for a Daycare Business"/index.html) [Jan 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Why Should Child Care Centers Use Payment Processing? We Answer Five Key Questions!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jan 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Why do child care centers need digital accounting, bookkeeping and payment software? We answer five questions!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/why-should-child-care-centers-use-payment-processing-we-answer-five-key-questions/ "Why Should Child Care Centers Use Payment Processing? We Answer Five Key Questions!"/index.html) [Jan 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Let Procare Consolidate Your Statements and Billing!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jan 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Procare Solutions can help you consolidate your child care center's statements and billing, and easily process tuition payments!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/let-procare-consolidate-your-statements-and-billing/ "Let Procare Consolidate Your Statements and Billing!"/index.html) [Jan 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ **Dealing with Declined Daycare Payments**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jan 1, 2025 \\ \\ \\ Has the "empty pocket syndrome" ever struck at your child care center, daycare or preschool?\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/dealing-with-declined-daycare-payments/ "Dealing with Declined Daycare Payments"/index.html) [Dec 27, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Congrats to the Procare Solutions Survey Winners!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Dec 27, 2024 \\ \\ \\ See who won iPads and Lakeshore Learning gift cards for sharing their feedback for our new child care report!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/congrats-to-the-procare-solutions-survey-winners/ "Congrats to the Procare Solutions Survey Winners!"/index.html) [Dec 12, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Top Procare Solutions Webinars of 2024!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Dec 12, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Our five most-popular webinars of 2024 include how to attract new families to your preschool and leadership tips to train & keep your staff!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/top-procare-solutions-webinars-of-2024/ "Top Procare Solutions Webinars of 2024!"/index.html) [Dec 11, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **The Joy of Onlooker Play: Discovering the Power of Observation**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Dec 11, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Onlooker play helps children observe, learn and build confidence. Let's look at ways to nurture this type of play in your daycare!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/the-joy-of-onlooker-play-discovering-the-power-of-observation/ "The Joy of Onlooker Play: Discovering the Power of Observation"/index.html) [Dec 2, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Stages of Play & Their Role in Child Care**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Dec 2, 2024 \\ \\ \\ The six stages of play are how children learn at different ages. Let's look at how to incorporate play activities into your child care center!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/stages-of-play-their-role-in-child-care/ "Stages of Play & Their Role in Child Care"/index.html) [Nov 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **FAQs About Preparing Year-End Daycare Invoices (And the Answers)**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Nov 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ As you prepare year-end daycare invoices, learn what information must be included and additional tips to organize tax information.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/faqs-about-preparing-year-end-daycare-invoices-and-the-answers/ "FAQs About Preparing Year-End Daycare Invoices (And the Answers/index.html)") [Nov 20, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **8 Benefits of Daycare for Infants and Toddlers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Nov 20, 2024 \\ \\ \\ For children, parents and even staff, high-quality child care can lead to lifelong benefits. Read on to learn more.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/8-benefits-of-daycare/ "8 Benefits of Daycare for Infants and Toddlers"/index.html) [Nov 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Four Holiday Gift Ideas For Your Daycare Staff**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Nov 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Every employee wants to feel valued. We have four ideas for gifts that show how much you appreciate your child care center staff.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/seven-holiday-gift-ideas-for-your-daycare-staff/ "Four Holiday Gift Ideas For Your Daycare Staff"/index.html) [Nov 18, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Thanksgiving Party Ideas for Daycare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Nov 18, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at Thanksgiving party ideas for your daycare with tips to ensure your little ones have a fun turkey-day celebration.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/thanksgiving-party-ideas-for-daycare/ "Thanksgiving Party Ideas for Daycare"/index.html) [Nov 13, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Child Care Philosophy: Why It Matters & How To Define Yours**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Nov 13, 2024 \\ \\ \\ How do you leave your mark on the world through child care? Establish a vision with your own child care philosophy. Learn why this is so important.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/child-care-philosophy-why-it-matters-how-to-define-yours/ "Child Care Philosophy: Why It Matters & How To Define Yours"/index.html) [Nov 7, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **5 Child Care Positions and Roles Your Center Needs**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Nov 7, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Knowing which child care positions need to be filled is key for a well-run center. Learn more about what role they play in your succcess!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-child-care-positions-your-center-needs/ "5 Child Care Positions and Roles Your Center Needs"/index.html) [Nov 5, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How to Promote Self-Regulation in Child Development**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Nov 5, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Our tips and activities will help you develop a self-regulation program for children in your child care center.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-promote-self-regulation-in-child-development/ "How to Promote Self-Regulation in Child Development"/index.html) [Oct 31, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How to Nurture the Well-Being of Your ECE Staff**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 31, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Prioritizing self care and and creating a supportive work culture can breathe new energy into your teachers' resilience and passion!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-nurture-the-well-being-of-your-ece-staff/ "How to Nurture the Well-Being of Your ECE Staff"/index.html) [Oct 23, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **10 Early Childhood Behavior Management Strategies**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Oct 23, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Running into behavior issues with your students? Here are 10 strategies to promote positive behaviors in the preschool classroom.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/10-early-childhood-behavior-management-strategies/ "10 Early Childhood Behavior Management Strategies"/index.html) [Oct 18, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Innovate and Enroll! Tips to Attract New Families to Your Preschool**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 18, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/innovate-and-enroll-tips-to-attract-new-families-to-your-preschool/ "Innovate and Enroll! Tips to Attract New Families to Your Preschool"/index.html) [Oct 16, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How You Can Support the Teachers in Your Child Care Center Every Day!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Oct 16, 2024 \\ \\ \\ To keep staff happy and make sure they don’t burn out, you must find ways to reduce their stress year-round!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-you-can-support-the-teachers-in-your-child-care-center-every-day/ "How You Can Support the Teachers in Your Child Care Center Every Day!"/index.html) [Sep 30, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Use Facebook to Bolster Your ECE Knowledge!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 30, 2024 \\ \\ \\ If you’re not on Facebook, you’re missing easy access to relevant information, child care industry updates and timely tips!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/use-facebook-to-bolster-your-ece-knowledge/ "Use Facebook to Bolster Your ECE Knowledge!"/index.html) [Sep 26, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How Child Care Centers Can Improve QRIS Rankings**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 26, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Here’s a step-by-step guide to improve your child care center's QRIS rating to significantly influence your reputation and boost enrollment.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/resources-improving-qris-ratings-early-childhood-educaiton-quality-curriculum/ "How Child Care Centers Can Improve QRIS Rankings"/index.html) [Sep 23, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Five Fall Bulletin Board Ideas for Preschool**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 23, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at five ideas for fall-themed bulletin boards in your preschool classrooms to encourage creativity and fun!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/preschool-fall-bulletin-board-ideas/ "Five Fall Bulletin Board Ideas for Preschool"/index.html) [Sep 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Procare Solutions Chief Customer Officer Outlines How Procare Serves Child Care Centers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Tammie Hogan, chief customer officer of Procare Solutions, shares how Procare is the only true all-in-one solution for child care centers.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/procare-solutions-chief-customer-officer-outlines-how-procare-serves-child-care-centers/ "Procare Solutions Chief Customer Officer Outlines How Procare Serves Child Care Centers "/index.html) [Sep 5, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Four Ways Procare Helps Recruit and Retain Daycare Staff!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Sep 5, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Learn how Procare can take care of many day-to-day burdens for your ECE staff to help improve retention!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/four-ways-procare-helps-recruit-and-retain-daycare-staff/ "Four Ways Procare Helps Recruit and Retain Daycare Staff!"/index.html) [Aug 27, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How to Do Preschool Assessments**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Aug 27, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Preschool assessments allow you to understand how a child learns best and the optimal ways to support their mental growth.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/preschool-assessment-what-to-expect/ "How to Do Preschool Assessments"/index.html) [Aug 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Early Childhood Cognitive Development Milestones**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Aug 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Monitoring cognitive milestones can provide insights into a child’s mental progress. Let's take a look at milestones for each ECE age group!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/early-childhood-cognitive-development-milestones/ "Early Childhood Cognitive Development Milestones"/index.html) [Aug 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **The Power of Potential: Strategies to Build Your Leadership Bench**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorBeth Cannon\\ \\ Aug 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ ECE expert Beth Cannon shares why you must identify potential leaders and invest in their development so they can grow within your center.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/build-your-child-care-leadership-bench/ "The Power of Potential: Strategies to Build Your Leadership Bench"/index.html) [Aug 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Understanding the Five Developmental Domains in Early Childhood Education**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Aug 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Developmental domains in early childhood provide a framework for observing and fostering a child's development.  Let's explore each domain!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/early-childhood-developmental-domains/ "Understanding the Five Developmental Domains in Early Childhood Education"/index.html) [Aug 6, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **3 Fun Science Activities for Preschool**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Aug 6, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Show children how to make self-inflating balloons, experiment with color mixing and absorption and make their own fossils!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/3-fun-science-activities-for-preschool/ "3 Fun Science Activities for Preschool"/index.html) [Jul 30, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **100 Must-Have Daycare Supplies & Equipment**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jul 30, 2024 \\ \\ \\ In this comprehensive checklist, we’ve outlined 100 of the most important daycare supplies you should consider for your center.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/100-must-have-child-care-center-materials-and-supplies/ "100 Must-Have Daycare Supplies & Equipment"/index.html) [Jul 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How to Foster Emergent Literacy in the Daycare Classroom**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let’s answer some questions about emergent literacy and look at ways you can implement this learning into your daycare classrooms!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-foster-emergent-literacy-at-daycare/ "How to Foster Emergent Literacy in the Daycare Classroom"/index.html) [Jul 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) in ECE**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) help children learn and also help de-stress teachers. Learn more about DAP from Prerna Richards!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/understanding-developmentally-appropriate-practices-in-ece/ "Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP/index.html) in ECE") [Jul 17, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **5 Tips to Teach Sight Words to Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 17, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at five tips to teach sight words to preschoolers, including using beginner sight words as well as repetition and consistency.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-why-teach-sight-words-in-preschool/ "5 Tips to Teach Sight Words to Preschoolers"/index.html) [Jul 8, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Four Essential Daycare Marketing Tips for Success**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 8, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at four tried-and-tested tips to help you boost enrollment and grow your daycare business!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/four-essential-daycare-marketing-tips-for-success/ "Four Essential Daycare Marketing Tips for Success"/index.html) [Jul 2, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Tips to Inspire Career Growth Among Child Care Center Employees**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jul 2, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at some tips to inspire career growth among your child care center's employees, including how professional development can help!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/tips-to-inspire-career-growth-among-child-care-center-employees/ "Tips to Inspire Career Growth Among Child Care Center Employees"/index.html) [Jun 26, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Circle Time Activities for Your Preschool Classroom**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 26, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Coming up with circle time activities for a variety of ages and seasons can be challenging. Here are a few ideas to try our at your center.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/blog-circle-time-activities-for-preschoolers/ "Circle Time Activities for Your Preschool Classroom "/index.html) [Jun 20, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Summer Process Art Ideas for Preschoolers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 20, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at summer art activities that emphasize the process rather than the final product for your preschoolers!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/summer-process-art-ideas-for-preschoolers/ "Summer Process Art Ideas for Preschoolers"/index.html) [Jun 13, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Books to Read to Infants and Toddlers at Your Daycare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 13, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at how to select the best books to read to infants and toddlers in your child care center!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/blog-books-to-read-to-infants-and-toddlers/ "Books to Read to Infants and Toddlers at Your Daycare"/index.html) [Jun 13, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Daycare Marketing Tips to Tout Your Curriculum and Grow Enrollment**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 13, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Use these tips to show off your child care center's curriculum to prospective parents and set yourself apart from other providers!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-market-your-child-care-curriculum-and-grow-enrollment/ "Daycare Marketing Tips to Tout Your Curriculum and Grow Enrollment"/index.html) [Jun 13, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Helping Kids and Parents with Daycare Separation Anxiety**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 13, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Leaving a child at daycare can be a challenging experience for both a child and parent. Let's look at tips to make dropoffs easier!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/teacher-tips-separation-anxiety/ "Helping Kids and Parents with Daycare Separation Anxiety"/index.html) [Jun 10, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **5 Father’s Day Crafts for Each Age Group at Your Daycare**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 10, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Check out these five Father's Day craft ideas for all the age groups in your daycare to create a memorable gift!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-fathers-day-crafts-for-each-age-group-at-your-daycare/ "5 Father’s Day Crafts for Each Age Group at Your Daycare"/index.html) [Jun 7, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Child Care Costs by State 2023**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 7, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Understanding the cost of child care in America is important for both parents and child care providers. Get a state-by-state breakdown here.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/child-care-costs-by-state-2023/ "Child Care Costs by State 2023"/index.html) [Jun 6, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Five Preschool Open House Ideas for Your Child Care Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Jun 6, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at five preschool open house ideas for your child care center that will highlight your center's program.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/five-preschool-open-house-ideas-for-your-child-care-center/ "Five Preschool Open House Ideas for Your Child Care Center"/index.html) [Jun 4, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **A Guide to Preschool Extracurricular Activities**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jun 4, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at preschool extracurricular classes for your child care center, including music, dance, gymnastics and other sports!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/guide-preschool-extracurriculars/ "A Guide to Preschool Extracurricular Activities"/index.html) [May 28, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How Child Care Apps Increase Family Engagement**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 28, 2024 \\ \\ \\ A child care app helps you communicate with parents, collect tuition and more!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-child-care-apps-increase-parent-engagement/ "How Child Care Apps Increase Family Engagement"/index.html) [May 24, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Unlocking Potential: Scaffolding in Early Childhood Education**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 24, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Scaffolding in early childhood education uses successive levels of temporary support to help children learn. Let's look at examples!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/scaffolding-early-childhood-education-and-development/ "Unlocking Potential: Scaffolding in Early Childhood Education"/index.html) [May 21, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How Procare Solves the Top Four Challenges in Child Care**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 21, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let's dig into the the four main challenges faced by child care centers and explore how Procare can solve each one!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-procare-solves-the-top-four-challenges-in-child-care/ "How Procare Solves the Top Four Challenges in Child Care"/index.html) [May 6, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **10 Ways to Recognize Teachers During Teacher Appreciation Week**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ May 6, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Here are 10 ways to show your appreciation during Teacher Appreciation Week!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/10-ways-to-recognize-teachers-and-child-care-providers/ "10 Ways to Recognize Teachers During Teacher Appreciation Week"/index.html) [May 1, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Five Steps to Prioritize Mental Health for Early Childhood Educators**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ May 1, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at five things you can do as early childhood educators to prioritize your mental health!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/five-steps-to-prioritize-mental-health-for-early-childhood-educators/ "Five Steps to Prioritize Mental Health for Early Childhood Educators"/index.html) [Apr 24, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **TREND REPORT 2024: What a Digital Curriculum Can Do For Child Care Centers**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 24, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Paper-based curriculum, which becomes outdated quickly, is still being used in many ECE programs. Here's what a digital curriculum can do!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/trend-report-2024-what-a-digital-curriculum-can-do-for-child-care-centers/ "TREND REPORT 2024: What a Digital Curriculum Can Do For Child Care Centers"/index.html) [Apr 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **5 Earth Day Celebration Ideas For Your Child Care Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 22, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Earth Day is coming up! Here are five ways to celebrate in your child care center's classrooms with activities, crafts and singing!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/5-earth-day-celebration-ideas-for-your-child-care-center/ "5 Earth Day Celebration Ideas For Your Child Care Center "/index.html) [Apr 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **The Essentials of Active Supervision in Child Care**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Active supervision includes multiple strategies to ensure that caregivers are fully engaged with children. Let's look at some strategies! \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/active-supervision-child-care/ "The Essentials of Active Supervision in Child Care"/index.html) [Apr 12, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Teaching Preschoolers About Feelings, Emotions and Self-Regulation**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 12, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Check out these tips and activities for how to teach preschoolers about feelings, emotions and self-regulation!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/teaching-preschoolers-feelings-emotions-self-regulation/ "Teaching Preschoolers About Feelings, Emotions and Self-Regulation"/index.html) [Apr 8, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **10 Activities to Keep Kids Active During Move More Month**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 8, 2024 \\ \\ \\ April is Move More Month! Let's take a look at 10 activities that blend fun with fitness to keep young children active!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/10-activities-to-keep-kids-active-during-move-more-month/ "10 Activities to Keep Kids Active During Move More Month"/index.html) [Apr 4, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Solar Eclipse Activities for Your Child Care Center**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 4, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let's look at activities you can do in your child care and ECE programs to safely teach kids about the solar eclipse!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/solar-eclipse-activities-for-your-child-care-center/ "Solar Eclipse Activities for Your Child Care Center"/index.html) [Apr 2, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **TREND REPORT 2024: How to Get More Child Care Staff**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Apr 2, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Our 2024 child care trends report found that 61% of respondents struggle to hire and retain staff. Let's look at ways to reverse this trend!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-get-more-child-care-staff/ "TREND REPORT 2024: How to Get More Child Care Staff"/index.html) [Mar 28, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **6 Steps for How to Start an Afterschool Program**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 28, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Starting a successful after school program offers an important service to working parents and their kids. Here are 6 key steps to starting an after school program.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/6-key-steps-to-starting-an-after-school-program-2/ "6 Steps for How to Start an Afterschool Program"/index.html) [Mar 26, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **TREND REPORT 2024: ACH Tops How Families Pay Child Care Tuition**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 26, 2024 \\ \\ \\ The 2024 child care industry trends report found that ACH is the most common form of tuition payment among child care centers surveyed.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/ach-tops-how-families-pay-child-care-tuition/ "TREND REPORT 2024: ACH Tops How Families Pay Child Care Tuition"/index.html) [Mar 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Want Ideas for Spring Learning? Check Out This Lesson Plan!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 19, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Celebrate spring with this Procare Early Learning lesson plan for a fun and educational spring-themed activity for your pre-K classrooms!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/want-ideas-for-spring-learning-check-out-this-lesson-plan/ "Want Ideas for Spring Learning? Check Out This Lesson Plan!"/index.html) [Mar 12, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **End the Headache of Late Child Care Tuition Payments**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorProcare\\ \\ Mar 12, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Late payments can hold your child care business back. Learn how to end late payments and simplify running your business!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/ending-the-headache-of-late-daycare-tuition-payments/ "End the Headache of Late Child Care Tuition Payments"/index.html) [Mar 8, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How to Use Technology in Preschool Classrooms**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 8, 2024 \\ \\ \\ With the right approach, integrating technology in preschool classrooms can support learning and development.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-use-technology-in-preschool-classrooms/ "How to Use Technology in Preschool Classrooms"/index.html) [Mar 6, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **TREND REPORT 2024: Nearly Half of Centers Rely on Paper and Pencil to Run Their Programs**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 6, 2024 \\ \\ \\ A Procare Solutions report found that 44% of child care programs rely on on paper and pencil to run their businesses.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/trend-report-2024-nearly-half-of-centers-rely-on-paper-and-pencil/ "TREND REPORT 2024: Nearly Half of Centers Rely on Paper and Pencil to Run Their Programs"/index.html) [Mar 5, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **The Role of Phonemic and Phonological Awareness Skills in Pre-Reading**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Mar 5, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let's take a look at how phonemic awareness and phonological awareness help develop pre-reading skills in young learners!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/phonemic-phonological-awareness-pre-reading/ "The Role of Phonemic and Phonological Awareness Skills in Pre-Reading "/index.html) [Feb 29, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Incorporate Books to Celebrate Black History Month in Your Child Care Center!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 29, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Black History Month provides a perfect opportunity to introduce ECE books that celebrate Black heritage. Let's take a look at one such book!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-ece-books-can-help-celebrate-black-history-month-2/ "Incorporate Books to Celebrate Black History Month in Your Child Care Center!"/index.html) [Feb 28, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How ECE Books Can Help Celebrate Black History Month**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 28, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Black History Month provides a perfect opportunity to introduce ECE books that celebrate Black heritage. Let's take a look at one such book!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-ece-books-can-help-celebrate-black-history-month/ "How ECE Books Can Help Celebrate Black History Month"/index.html) [Feb 23, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Celebrating Diversity: ECE Books for Black History Month**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 23, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Black History Month provides a perfect opportunity to introduce ECE books that celebrate Black heritage. Let's take a look at one such book!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/celebrating-diversity-ece-books-for-black-history-month-2/ "Celebrating Diversity: ECE Books for Black History Month"/index.html) [Feb 21, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Five Tips to Host a Fun and Educational Professional Development Day For Your Child Care Center Staff**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorCourtney McGann\\ \\ Feb 21, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Let’s take a look at five ways to help your child care center's staff get the most out of professional development days!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-host-a-fun-and-educational-professional-development-day-for-your-child-care-center-staff/ "Five Tips to Host a Fun and Educational Professional Development Day For Your Child Care Center Staff"/index.html) [Feb 9, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Celebrating Diversity: ECE Books for Black History Month**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 9, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Black History Month provides a perfect opportunity to introduce ECE books that celebrate Black heritage. Let's take a look at one such book!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/celebrating-diversity-ece-books-for-black-history-month/ "Celebrating Diversity: ECE Books for Black History Month"/index.html) [Feb 7, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Three Valentine’s Day Activities that Teach Science Lessons!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Feb 7, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Check out these three activities that mesh Valentine's Day, a day to celebrate love, with a love of science!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/three-valentines-day-activities-that-teach-science-lessons/ "Three Valentine’s Day Activities that Teach Science Lessons!"/index.html) [Jan 18, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **Top Procare Solutions Webinars of 2023!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 18, 2024 \\ \\ \\ The top 5 Procare Solutions webinars of 2023 covered topics you care about, from streamlining registration to transforming daycares into ECE centers!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/top-procare-solutions-webinars-of-2023/ "Top Procare Solutions Webinars of 2023!"/index.html) [Jan 16, 2024 \\ \\ \\ **How to Put Together a Daycare Parent Handbook**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Jan 16, 2024 \\ \\ \\ Learn the benefits of having a daycare parent handbook for your child care center and 10 items your handbook should include.\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/putting-your-child-care-handbook-together/ "How to Put Together a Daycare Parent Handbook"/index.html) [Dec 27, 2023 \\ \\ \\ **Top ‘Child Care Business’ Podcasts of 2023!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Dec 27, 2023 \\ \\ \\ Child care staffing and explainers on ECE funding topped this year's list of the most popular episodes of the Child Care Business Podcast!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/top-child-care-business-podcasts-of-2023/ "Top ‘Child Care Business’ Podcasts of 2023!"/index.html) [Dec 27, 2023 \\ \\ \\ **Procare Solutions Supports ECE Providers With Enhancements, Advocacy in 2023**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Dec 27, 2023 \\ \\ \\ In 2023, Procare Solutions released enhancements that helped child cares grow their businesses and educate young learners.  \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/procare-solutions-supports-ece-providers-with-enhancements-advocacy-in-2023/ "Procare Solutions Supports ECE Providers With Enhancements, Advocacy in 2023"/index.html) [Dec 19, 2023 \\ \\ \\ **Get Excited for Our Upcoming Trends Report!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Dec 19, 2023 \\ \\ \\ Each year, Procare Solutions surveys thousands of child care leaders for a technology report. Here's who won prizes for taking the survey! \\ \\ Read](/content/blog/get-excited-for-our-upcoming-trends-report/ "Get Excited for Our Upcoming Trends Report!"/index.html) [Nov 22, 2023 \\ \\ \\ **How to Use Natural and Logical Consequences in the Preschool Classroom**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Nov 22, 2023 \\ \\ \\ Let’s explore what natural and logical consequences are, when to use them and examples of these consequences for preschoolers!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/how-to-use-natural-and-logical-consequences-in-the-preschool-classroom/ "How to Use Natural and Logical Consequences in the Preschool Classroom"/index.html) [Nov 15, 2023 \\ \\ \\ **What A Child Care Mobile App Can Do For Your Center!**\\ \\ Read\\ \\ \\ \\ AuthorLeah Woodbury\\ \\ Nov 15, 2023 \\ \\ \\ With the Procare child care mobile app, you can share pictures and videos with parents, collect tuition, send documents and more!\\ \\ Read](/content/blog/what-a-child-care-mobile-app-can-do-for-your-center/ "What A Child Care Mobile App Can Do For Your Center!"/index.html) See More SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER Get the latest updates, subscribe today! 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