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Better Kid Care provides evidence-informed professional development to early care and education and youth development professionals to improve the quality of their care and educational practices. Online training is available for child care professionals with more than 300 relevant courses.
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Better Kid Care News
April 11, 2024
Celebrate Earth Day with Books Outside!
For more than 50 years, people have been celebrating Earth Day on April 22nd. This is an opportunity for advocacy groups to bring attention to issues and attributes of our planet and all that nature provides, and how people can protect and enhance those experiences.
Read MoreApril 3, 2024
Pave the Way for Self-regulation and Problem-solving With Social-emotional Learning
Problem-solving is a social-emotional learning (SEL) skill children need for lifelong success. Effective problem-solving skills support children's ability to self-regulate, focus on tasks, think flexibly and creatively, work with others, and generate multiple ways to solve problems. When young children develop and build these skills, it positively impacts their interactions with others, grows their capacity to manage challenges, and boosts a sense of competence.
Read MoreMarch 14, 2024
Learning and Community "Beyond the Table"
Food is about so much more than nutrition. Walk into any child care setting at mealtime and you will see that food has everything to do with learning and community. Learning includes where the food comes from, what nutritional benefit it provides, how to prepare it, and how it engages the senses of sight, touch, smell, and taste. Mealtime is when relationships are strengthened, and community is created around shared food experiences.
Read MoreMarch 11, 2024
On Demand is Mobile-friendly!
Better Kid Care is proud to announce that our online courses are now fully optimized for mobile devices and tablets. We understand the dynamic nature of teaching, and we want to empower you to learn at your own pace anytime, anywhere.
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