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PELICAN Provider Self-Service Training Course Available on PD Registry
The Pennsylvania professional development (PD) registry is offering a PELICAN Provider Self-Service (PSS) training course through the end of June.
PA One Book Initiative Announces Its 2027 Selection
The Pennsylvania One Book initiative has announced that its 2027 PA One Book selection is “Don’t Wash Winston.”
PA Promise for Children Releases List of November Books for Kindergartners
PA Promise for Children has released its November list of books for kindergartners that includes eight titles across two categories.
CCSRR and CQI Grant Application Deadlines Coming Up
The deadlines are approaching for child care providers to submit applications for grants that provide funding for everything from recruitment and retention to professional development and early childhood education.
Confluence Podcast Episode Features Homewood Early Learning Hub Director
A new Confluence podcast episode features the director of the Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center in a discussion on topics relating to National Family Engagement Month.
Podcast Discusses Importance of Allowing Children to Figure Things Out for Themselves
While it’s tempting to step in and help a child to resolve a situation, whether it’s tying a shoe or solving a puzzle, there are certain moments when they learn more by trying to figure it out for themselves.
Resources Address How to Avoid Passing Anxiety on to Children
In a new series of resources, the Child Mind Institute suggests that the way to keep from passing anxiety on to children isn’t to try to be perfect or project calm no matter what you’re feeling, but to let them see you managing stress in a healthy way.
How to Identify Internet Gaming Disorder and Set Healthy Limits
Playing video games is a popular activity for children as it can help them bond with their friends and be something at which they are more skilled than their parents or caregivers.
Holiday Toy, Coat, and Meal Drives Ramp Up in Southwestern PA
As the holiday season approaches, toy drives and giveaways of winter coats and Thanksgiving dinners are ramping up in southwestern Pennsylvania.