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Better Kid Care provides evidence-informed professional development to early
care and education and youth development professionals to improve the quality of
their care and educational practices. Online training is available for child
care professionals with more than 300 relevant courses.


BETTER KID CARE ONLINE LEARNING


ON DEMAND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Better Kid Care's On Demand distance education system provides professional
development online anytime you are ready to learn! Review the course list and
read frequently asked questions.




BETTER KID CARE IN YOUR AREA

Are Better Kid Care courses approved or accepted for child care professional
development in your area?




¿HABLAS ESPAÑOL?

Better Kid Care ofrece una variedad de recursos en español. Encuentre cursos,
folletos, y guías para navegar en nuestra plataforma de aprendizaje de BKC On
Demand. ¡Explore nuestras propuestas para apoyar su viaje de aprendizaje o
comparta recursos con otros!




BETTER KID CARE NEWS

November 14, 2024


THE GIFT GOES ON!

November is a time for gratitude and remembering our roots. This time of year,
the Better Kid Care (BKC) team remembers Dr. Jim Van Horn, our program's
founder. We give thanks for the more than 30-year legacy that we now stand on.

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November 12, 2024


SUPPORT EARLY RELATIONAL HEALTH WITH SAFE, STABLE, AND NURTURING RELATIONSHIPS

Early relational experiences between children and caregivers that are safe,
stable, and nurturing relationships (SSNRs) lay the foundation for healthy
development. Learn what safe, stable, and nurturing relationships look like in
the early childhood setting.

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October 17, 2024


SUPPORTING FINE AND GROSS MOTOR SKILLS IN AND OUT OF THE CLASSROOM

Learn the difference between fine and gross motor skills and find ideas for
supporting motor skill development in the classroom and outdoors. Explore
several BKC courses that support gross and fine motor skill development.

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October 15, 2024


HELPING FAMILIES GET ENOUGH FOOD IN WINTER

Winter can be a tough season for many families. Learn about factors that make it
hard for families to afford food, how food insecurity can affect children in
your care, and how child care providers can help families.

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