The Skill-Building Journal: Caring for Preschool Children is the most comprehensive training program available to help teachers develop the skills and knowledge necessary to obtain a CDA credential. In this first major revision since 1996, the content from all 13 modules has been completely updated and is now in one single volume.The Skill-Building Journal and Trainer's Guide provide flexibility for use in college programs and in-service training programs. Based on the training program Teaching Strategies developed for the US military, Caring for Preschool Children is organized into modules that can be used for individualized staff development, a college course, or ongoing workshops. The Skill-Building Journal includes learning activities that help build skills and knowledge as staff work with children every day. The personal, friendly tone and user-friendly format make Caring for Preschool Children practical and easy to use.