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Early Childhood Development, Teaching and Learning

Transitions: A Community Perspective on Transitioning Into Kindergarten

Collaboration is key to successful transitions. Learn how the community, receiving school districts, and Head Start programs can work together to ensure a smooth transition for children and families. 

Watch Me Grow!

Watch this short video to explore basic principles of child development. This information can help staff as they support and individualize care for infants and very young children.

Managing the Classroom: Designing Environments

Discover features of the physical and social classroom environment that can maximize children's engagement and learning. Learn to assess the physical space and match classroom content to learning goals and interests.

Bringing Science into the Classroom

This webinar focuses on using the scientific method to support children’s cognitive and language development. It also addresses how education managers can support teachers to infuse science throughout the day.

The Supervisor's Role in Building a Solid Foundation for Engaging Interactions

View this webinar to explore a framework for supervision and support of teaching staff. It provides examples that focus on helping promote preschool teachers’ use of effective classroom interactions.

Specific Strategies to Support Dual Language Learners (DLLs) When Adults Do Not Speak Their Language

Find tips classroom staff and home visitors can use when they do not speak the languages of the children in their care.

Outdoor Play Benefits

Learn about some of the health benefits and get ideas for fun outdoor activities!

Creating Outdoor Spaces

Early Head Start teachers and home visitors may use this resource to set up spaces for families using community resources such as parks, gardens, and nearby schools.

Nature Club Toolkit for Families

The purpose of this toolkit is to provide inspiration, information, tips and resources for those who are—or who might be—interested in creating a Nature Club for Families.

Communicating with Your Child’s School Through Letter Writing

This guide teaches parents how to clearly and effectively express concerns, ideas, or suggestions to the professionals involved in their child's special education.

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