❄️ Welcome, North Dakota Providers!

Winter has officially settled in across North Dakota — from fluffy snowfalls to icy winds that make even the warmest coat feel thin. As children bundle up in boots and mittens and your classrooms fill with winter crafts and cozy story times, this month is a great opportunity to review safety procedures, refresh staff training, and prepare for a strong start to the new year.

Thank you for keeping North Dakota children safe, warm, and learning — no matter how cold it gets outside!

December Coupon Corner

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✨ “Growing the Whole Child: Health, Emotions & Early Learning” — Now Available

We’re excited to announce a new online course: Growing the Whole Child: Health, Emotions & Early Learning — ideal for educators committed to nurturing every dimension of a child’s development.

Why this course matters:

• Helps you understand how emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development are deeply interconnected in early childhood.
• Explores critical areas like emotional growth stages, social-emotional foundations, the impact of nutrition and chronic illness, and strategies that support early language, literacy, and wellness.
• Equips providers to create nurturing, holistic environments that support children’s well-being and adaptive living skills.

🌟 Quote of the Month

“Every child deserves a champion—an adult who will never give up on them.”

— Rita Pierson

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Insights, ideas, and inspiration for your week.

✨ Social Media/ Featured Activities

🌲 Wow, a 3D Glittery Christmas Tree!

🎄 Recreate this sensory activity and tag ChildCareEd for a shout-out on our story!

🌟 Penguin Color Match Activity



The Penguin Color Match Activity is a fun and engaging literacy activity for preschoolers. It helps children to learn and identify different colors while enhancing their fine motor skills. The activity involves matching colored feathers to the corresponding penguins, providing hands-on learning and promoting early literacy development

🤝 Thank You, North Dakota Child Care Providers!

Here’s to a safe, healthy, and uplifting season for you and the children you serve! ❄️💙