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How to Plan a PD Day for Your Child Care Team (Without Stress or Guesswork)

A practical guide for Alberta operators, including how to use PD funding and release time supports. A PD day is one of the easiest ways to strengthen your team — but it’s also one of the most common things programs put off. Why? Because it can feel overwhelming: The good news is: you can run […]

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How to Plan a PD Day for Your Child Care Team (Without Stress or Guesswork)

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A practical guide for Alberta operators, including how to use PD funding and release time supports. A PD day is one of the easiest ways to strengthen your team — but it’s also one of the most common things programs put off. Why? Because it can feel overwhelming: The good news is: you can run […]

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A practical guide for Alberta operators, including how to use PD funding and release time supports. A PD day is one of the easiest ways to strengthen your team — but it’s also one of the most common things programs put off. Why? Because it can feel overwhelming: The good news is: you can run […]

The holiday season is officially here, and at ChildFriendly, we want to end the year by giving back to the people who make our community great—you! 🎁 We are giving away a $250 Amazon gift card to one lucky ChildFriendly user AND a second $250 gift card to one lucky daycare center. All we ask in return […]

Admin & Operators, Blog, Classroom ECE

December 22, 2025

A Holiday Gift For ChildFriendly Clients

childfriendly holiday giveaway

The holidays are a time of joy, but also a time of excess stimulation, activities and commitments. As daycare educators, you can help ensure that children are able to enjoy the excitement without becoming disregulated. With a focus on implementing simple actions through predictability, calming corners, sleep/naps, and communication with parents, daycares play a big […]

activities, Blog, Classroom ECE, Early Childhood Education, holidays

December 8, 2025

Emotional Regulation Holiday Activities for Daycare

Your new teaching partner has arrived! We’ve spent the last year working non-stop to solve your biggest challenges. ChildFriendly is thrilled to announce the launch of our highly anticipated Learning Module – an incredible new tool that eliminates the stress of curriculum and reporting! To maintain full enrollment at your center, you must stand out! Families must see your […]

ChildFriendly’s Learning Module is Here!

Admin & Operators, Blog, childcare management systems, Classroom ECE, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Planning

December 4, 2025

Ah, the holiday season! That magical time of the year when daycares transform into wonderlands of tinsel, twinkling lights, holiday crafts and endless cheer. While often busy, this time of year can also be an opportunity to add daily joy, create memories, and maybe even develop a few traditions that last a lifetime. During this […]

Blog, Classroom ECE, holidays, parenting

November 20, 2025

How to Celebrate an Inclusive Holiday Season at Your Daycare Center – Crafts, Activities and More

Engaging small groups of preschoolers can sometimes feel like trying to corral a bunch of bouncy kangaroos. Thankfully, we’ve got just the right antidote! With these activities, you can keep your little learners entertained, engaged, and eager for more. Whether you’re navigating a sea of giggles or initiating the next Einstein, these small group activities […]

Blog, Classroom ECE, Early Childhood Education, preschool education, Teacher Resources

November 14, 2025

Small Group Activities for Preschoolers

Picture a room filled with toddlers, each immersed in their own little world. One carefully stacks blocks while another child is fixated on finding the perfect clothes to dress their doll. From the view of an adult looking in, it might seem like these kids are each in their own little bubble of solitary place. […]

The Importance of Parallel Play in Child Development

Blog, Child Development, childcare, Classroom ECE, Early Childhood Education

November 10, 2025

Our parent app just got better! ChildFriendly is thrilled to announce the launch of re-vamped parent app. The brand new updated parent app provides a great overall experience for parents and all users, with a few key new features: Modified Parent App  With a brand new look-and-feel, our ChildFriendly parent portal provides a better user […]

Admin & Operators, Blog, childcare management systems, Classroom ECE

October 27, 2025

Parent Communication Made Even Better! Announcing Our New Parent App, Push Notifications and More

Imagine a classroom that’s less of a classroom and more of a little artist’s studio. Picture: kids with paint-splattered smocks, mats for rolling around, and shelves filled with natural items like pinecones, seashells, and colorful glass beads. This may sound like an artist’s dream or even a fairy tale scene, but it’s not. It’s often […]

Blog, childcare, Classroom ECE, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Planning, early childhood development, Early Childhood Education, early learning, teaching methods

October 8, 2025

Exploring the Reggio Emilia Approach for Daycare

Circle time is the heartbeat of any daycare routine. Gathering together in a circle acts as a communal gathering that fosters a sense of belonging and interaction. That being said, to keep this part of the day fun and exciting, circle time needs to be engaging and dynamic. Today we’re sharing some amazing interactive circle […]

Interactive Circle Time Activities

Blog, childcare, Classroom ECE, parenting

September 26, 2025

Autumn is a wonderland for the senses, especially for preschoolers. The crisp air, the vibrant colors, the scent of cinnamon and pumpkin spice wafting through the air… there is no better time to introduce new engaging activities to capture this beautiful season. Here are some wonderful and fun autumn sensory activities for preschoolers that will […]

Blog, childcare, Classroom ECE, creativity, parenting, seasonal activities

September 23, 2025

Fun Autumn Sensory Activities for Preschoolers

Crafting for special occasions and holidays is often a staple of daycare and preschool, and we’re here for it! These Thanksgiving crafts for toddlers and preschoolers are both adorable as well as engaging. We’ve incorporated some learning activities like sensory bins, into the mix, because who doesn’t love having extra ideas to keep little hands […]

activities, Blog, Classroom ECE, creativity

September 19, 2025

Thanksgiving Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers

thanksgiving crafts for toddlers and preschoolers