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Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by Getting a Library Card
This coming Saturday, February 7, is Take Your Child to the Library Day, and there’s no better way to celebrate than to get a library card at your local library.
Applicants Can Still Sign Up for PennAEYC’s February CDA Course
Pennsylvania’s Association for the Education of Young Children (PennAEYC) will begin classes for its new Child Development Associate (CDA) course on Monday, February 16.
January Recalls on Children’s Products
Below is a list of January recalls collected from the following major federal agencies: the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Food and Drug Administration, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Trying Together Calls for Presentation Proposals for ‘Out-of-School-Time’ UnConference
Trying Together invites those interested in presenting at its June 11 UnConference, “Out-of-School Time,” to submit proposals for presentations relating to that topic by Friday, March 6.
Human Services Center Mon Valley to Provide Free Tax Prep
The Human Services Center Mon Valley will provide free tax preparation two days per week until April 8.
Resources for February Observances
Various organizations, states, and nations recognize observances each month. Resources help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.
Resources for Caregivers of a Bullied Child Who Won’t Talk About It
Bullying can be difficult for a child to handle, and a challenging situation for a caregiver to navigate - especially if children do not want to talk about it.
Brightwheel Lists 100 Employee Engagement Ideas for Child Care Programs
A new Brightwheel blog post contends that when a child care program’s staff feels connected, motivated, and valued, it directly reflects the care and learning experiences that the program offers.
Pittsburgh Warming Centers Open on Monday
Pittsburgh will keep warming centers open on Monday, January 26 at seven locations until 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., depending on the center, as the city is plunged into freezing temperatures following Sunday’s snowstorm.