Professional Development to Improve Early Childhood Program Quality
Read this article to learn how professional development can improve the quality of your program and your ability to retain high-quality teachers.| blog.kaplanco.com
Read this article to learn how professional development can improve the quality of your program and your ability to retain high-quality teachers.| blog.kaplanco.com
Following classroom rules, switching tasks without a meltdown, and waiting in line without pushing. These are all critical executive function (EF) skills at work in young children.| KELC Learning Center
Brain development starts from the bottom up. It begins with simple neural connections that pave the way for more complex thinking, learning, and behavior over time. Children's development follows a similar incremental path. They learn to listen before speaking, balance before walking, and recognize letters before reading.| KELC Learning Center
The Early Childhood Council Leadership Alliance (ECCLA) recently announced a grant funding opportunity for family child care homes in Colorado! The Family Child Care Home Facilities Improvement Grant will accept applications starting September 1, 2025 and ending October 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM. Eligible applicants can request up to $5,000 in funding to spend on facility improvements, start-up costs, furnishings, and materials that help family child care home providers maintain, increase, and/o...| KELC Learning Center
Looking for high-quality training for early educators? Hear what educators have to say about Kaplan’s professional development programs.| blog.kaplanco.com
This article will introduce you to the Sense of Place for Elementary furniture collection and how it supports 21st-century learning.| blog.kaplanco.com
Are you curious about Kaplan’s K-Truck delivery service? Read this article to learn more about this convenient delivery and installation service.| blog.kaplanco.com
Imagine a classroom where big feelings are welcome, meltdowns are rare, and social-emotional learning is an integral part of your daily routine. That type of classroom is possible when you nurture one of the most crucial skills for young children's development: self-regulation.| KELC Learning Center
Looking for new ideas for your early elementary classroom spaces? See how this Virginia Montessori program partnered with Kaplan on their recent expansion project.| blog.kaplanco.com
Choose from six playground surfacing options to keep children safe while they play with this overview from Kaplan Early Learning Company.| blog.kaplanco.com
As many early childhood leaders know, a high-quality program rating isn’t just a nice-to-have. It can lead to increased enrollment, additional state resources, and lasting trust with families. Most often, comprehensive rating scales like the ECERS and ITERS are key to achieving a coveted five-star quality rating. Early childhood educators and administrators worldwide trust the tools to measure the quality of early childhood education programs. Yet, interpreting the requirements can be dau...| KELC Learning Center
Choosing the right assessment tool for your early childhood program is a meaningful decision that directly impacts how you understand, support, and celebrate each child’s development. With so many screening, diagnostic, and achievement tools available today, it can be challenging to know which will truly help you drive positive outcomes for the children in your care. Standardized or summative evaluations, for example, capture a limited view of a child's early learning, according to NAEYC's ...| KELC Learning Center
Learn everything you need to know to select tables and chairs that are the right fit for young children from infancy to early elementary.| blog.kaplanco.com
Let’s get to work on play! Discover insightful ideas, inspirational new products, and a wealth of resources from Kaplan Early Learning Company to improve early childhood environments and classrooms in this thought-provoking and informative blog.| blog.kaplanco.com
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Curious how to prepare for and host successful parent/teacher conferences in the early childhood setting? This article highlights actionable tips to ensure every parent/teacher conference you host succeeds.| blog.kaplanco.com
Curious how much it costs to fully furnish a toddler classroom? This in-depth cost breakdown will help you budget confidently and make smart purchases for your space.| blog.kaplanco.com
Learn what you can expect to pay when furnishing a Head Start preschool classroom, from the furniture to the specific items in your learning centers.| blog.kaplanco.com
Use these tips to share assessment results with parents and caregivers in a way that fosters stronger, more collaborative family partnerships.| blog.kaplanco.com
Find some leftover funds in your child-care center’s budget that you need to use by a certain date? Read this article for helpful spending suggestions.| blog.kaplanco.com
Learn what you could pay to furnish a transitional kindergarten classroom, from overall costs to costs for specific furniture and learning centers.| blog.kaplanco.com
Ready to solve a gardening mystery? Fill your garden beds with clues and materials that fuel critical thinking, collaboration, and curiosity, all while supporting literacy and math development.| blog.kaplanco.com
This article discusses rubber, turf, and the other safety surfacings Kaplan uses to give you an idea of which kind is right for you.| blog.kaplanco.com
Regular maintenance is necessary to prolong the life of playground mulch. Discover simple, effective ways to preserve both wood and rubber mulch.| blog.kaplanco.com
Cleaning and maintaining poured-in-place rubber is essential to prolonging its lifespan. Discover simple, effective ways to keep it at its best.| blog.kaplanco.com
This article highlights our favorite educator-approved toys and learning materials for incorporating STEM lessons and hands-on explorations in the early childhood classroom.| blog.kaplanco.com
Learn more about the Carolina Connections inclusive furniture collection and what makes it an exceptional option for early childhood classrooms.| blog.kaplanco.com
Searching for an early childhood assessment tool that fits your needs? This article compares our four most-trusted options: DECA, LAP™, ASQ®, and CLASS®.| blog.kaplanco.com
Introduce children to the topic of life cycles with this fun activity that will help strengthen their early literacy, math, and critical thinking skills.| blog.kaplanco.com
Explore simple strategies for creating a sensory-friendly early childhood classroom that will help every child flourish.| blog.kaplanco.com
In this article, you will find practical tips for designing an inclusive and accessible classroom that supports all learners and abilities.| blog.kaplanco.com
Are you in the process of purchasing furnishings and materials for your early childhood classroom? In this article, you'll explore Kaplan's warranties, what they cover, what they do not cover, and how you can submit a claim should the need arise.| blog.kaplanco.com
