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Working with young children is rewarding, but can be stressful.
FACT SHEET ON STRESS
Everyone feels stressed from time to time, but it's important to know your limits when it comes to stress to avoid serious health effects.

 
MANAGING STRESS
Stress is stressful! Watch this video to learn about the effect stress has on the body, as well as ways you can manage your stress.

 
TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF
You have a rewarding, but intense and demanding, job. Taking time to care for yourself helps you stay happy and healthy.

 
Caring for a child with special needs has so many rewards, but there may be times when it feels stressful. Connecting with others and learning more about the special need helps to lessen the everyday stresses. Child Care Aware® staff may be able to connect you with resources or answer your questions about caring for children with special needs.
News and Happenings
It's time to update your business profile! Your accurate and up-to-date information helps us market your services, connect you to families and provide state and community leaders with valuable information about early childhood needs.

You may be eligible for a  Pre-kindergarten Education Grant! The Early Childhood Education Grant Program was established in the 2015 legislative session to provide funding for early childhood education programs serving four-year-old children that are eligible for free or reduced lunches.
Upcoming Training Opportunities
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Monday, May 9
Grand Forks, ND
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Wednesday, May 11
Williston, ND
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Saturday, May 14
Minot, ND
10:30 am - 11:30 am

Tuesday, May 17
Jamestown, ND
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Child Care Aware ® of North Dakota has online and face-to-face training options to meet your needs.
Early Learning Guidelines (ELG) are research-based, measurable descriptions of the things young children are expected to know and be able to do at each age and stage of development.