Posts Tagged ‘cacfp’
April Virtual Events
Back to Blog Back to Blog April Virtual Events April 1, 2025 We’re only two weeks away from the National Child Nutrition Conference in Dallas, TX. No April Fool’s pranks here! Before we see you in Dallas though, be sure to catch our next webinar on “Supporting Autism in Early Childhood Settings”. After this we…
Read MoreAutism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month! Our partners at Sesame Street in Communities have created new bilingual (English and Spanish) resources to help foster autistic children’s sense of creativity as well as support parents and providers in helping discover and support children’s unique perspective and personality.
Read MorePromoting Healthy Sleep Habits
As early childhood experts, you understand that sleep is not just rest—it’s foundational for healthy development in young children, and it affects everything from brain growth to emotional regulation and physical health. Well-rested children are better able to learn, concentrate, and manage their emotions which are all important for school readiness. Our partners at Child Care Aware of America have some tips to make sure those in your care are well-rested. Plus, find resources from our partners at AAP and Sesame Street in Communities!
Read MoreEarth Day Toolkit
Earth Day is on April 22nd! Celebrating Earth Day is a fun way to connect participants to their food and the environment, while encouraging them to try new things and get the nutrients their bodies need! There are a variety of ways to increase education and engagement and the Humane World for Animals has drawn up a list of suggestions for festivities surrounding Earth Day/Week/Month.
Read MoreCACFP Operators Celebrated Nationwide
This year, National CACFP Week was formally recognized at federal, state, and local levels. Read more to learn how your peers raised awareness of the CACFP!
Read MoreNCA Response – Request for Information on Grain-Based Dessert and High-Protein Yogurt Crediting
In December 2024, USDA released a request for information about grain-based dessert and high-protein yogurt crediting. After meeting with members and extensive research NCA has submitted our response to USDA stating our position on potential changes.
Read MoreCACFP Outreach
If you are a child care operator currently participating in the CACFP, congratulations! Your commitment to serving nutritious meals and snacks is crucial in fostering healthy behaviors in young children. This Mealtime Memo from our partners at the Institute of Child Nutrition highlights the benefits of the CACFP for operators, children, and families.
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Denise Andrews of For the Children, Inc.
Denise Andrews is CEO and Director of For the Children, Inc. which is a sponsoring organization of family child care homes in Oklahoma. Learn about her journey in the CACFP!
Read MoreMovement for Healthy Bodies
Physical skills and healthy bodies can be built through everyday activities and movement. As a caring grown-up in a child’s life, you can facilitate movement and learning, and our partners at Sesame Street are here to help. Their worksheet provides fun ideas to get kids moving. Remember, there’s always an opportunity to move!
Read MoreNutrition Basics: Fiber
You may know that fiber is important, but do you understand why or how much you need? This Mealtime Memo from our partners at the Institute of Child Nutrition covers fiber sources, health benefits, and strategies to increase fiber intake.
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