🌞 Hello, Oklahoma Child Care Providers!


🍁 Tis the season for thankfulness! We're incredibly grateful for everyone in our ChildCareEd community. You're the pumpkin spice to our latte! ☕ As a sweet thank you, we're giving away two $50 gift cards! 💸

To enter the giveaway (Valid for U.S. residents only):


1️⃣ Make sure you're following Childcareed

2️⃣ Tell us in the comments: What are you most grateful for?


Winners will be announced on November 26, 2025, just in time for Thanksgiving!

Get commenting and good luck! 🍂


November Coupon Corner

Exclusive Savings for You!

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📚 Resource of the Month: CDA Portfolio Guide


If you’re working toward your CDA, grab the Birth to Five CDA Credential Professional Portfolio Guide — your roadmap to organization and reflection success!


Pair it with the Birth to Five CDA Credential with Portfolio Review Course to earn your credential and grow your career this season.


💡 Want to grow your CDA skills while you celebrate Veterans Day?

Explore these great courses:



You can also read the inspiring piece:

➡️ Your Path to Success: Why the CDA Credential Matters More Than Ever

and check out

➡️ CDA FAQs: Applying for the CDA – All Ages CDA

Let’s keep serving—one child, one classroom, one act of kindness at a time.

😂 Funny Corner — “Kids Say the Brightest Things!”


Teacher: “Why do we say thank you on Veterans Day?”


Child: “Because thank you is easier than marching!” 🪖


Got a funny classroom quote? Send it to us for next month’s feature — we might publish your “kiddie wisdom” moment!


💡 Fun Fact: Did You Know, Oklahoma?



Oklahoma has over 300,000 veterans, many of whom continue to serve their communities through schools and youth programs.


🌻 Fun activity: Teach children to say “thank you” in sign language — a quiet but powerful way to show gratitude.

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🪖 Feature Article: How Can CDA Candidates Lead by Example This Veterans Day?


Veterans Day isn’t just a holiday—it’s a powerful opportunity to teach even our youngest learners about gratitude, service, and kindness. As early childhood professionals (and CDA candidates!), you can model respect through simple service-learning projects that connect your classroom to the community.


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✨ Featured Activities/ Social Media

🔍 Activity Highlight: Tiny Scientists’ Nature Investigation Tray


Spark curiosity and discovery with this hands-on exploration tray! Children use magnifying glasses, tweezers, and their senses to investigate natural treasures like leaves, stones, and pinecones. As they sort, observe, and describe what they find, they build early science and language skills while developing focus and wonder for the natural world — perfectly aligned with Montessori principles of independence and exploration.


🦺 Safety Spotlight: Tornado & Weather Readiness


Oklahoma educators know how quickly skies can change!

✔️ Review your severe-weather drills.

✔️ Update emergency contact cards.

✔️ Keep flashlights and first-aid kits checked.

✔️ Reassure children with calm, clear language during practice drills.

🌈 Final Thought


Thank you, Oklahoma providers, for your warmth, creativity, and dedication.



You make your classrooms — and your communities — stronger every day. 💙💙❤️

 
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