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END-OF-YEAR SALE: Save on these essentials for K-12 educators!

Times are uncertain and budgets are tight, but books are an ideal way to train school staff and help every learner succeed. That's why we’re excited to share this special…

END-OF-YEAR SALE: Save on these early childhood essentials!

Here at Brookes, we share your commitment to giving every child the best start in life. That's why we’re excited to share this special offer on ALL of our trusted early…

Reading Comprehension: Classroom-Ready Tips for Teacher Think-Alouds

*This article has been adapted from the chapter “Comprehension Instruction: Grades K–3” by Darcy Dycha and Holly Tate Rocha, in Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction & Assessment, Pre-K–6, Second Edition, edited by Martha C.…

5 Must-Have Books on Teaching Multilingual Learners

Multilingual learners need teachers and schools that support their educational equity, academic success, and positive social-emotional development. In today’s post, explore five important new and upcoming books that prepare educators…

7 Things to Focus On When Observing Parent–Child Interactions

This article has been excerpted and adapted from Attachment-Focused Early Childhood Intervention by Stacey Alexander. What parent–child interactions should we casually observe on our early intervention visits with families? Here’s…

10 Easy Activities for Helping Toddlers Develop Fine Motor Skills

Fun, simple, and low-cost learning experiences can help young children develop essential fine motor skills during play. Try these activities with the toddlers in your program and share them with…

Debunking 4 Common Myths About Family-Centered Practice

Family-centered practice has become a hallmark of high-quality early childhood programs and services. But for family-centered services to truly become the norm in programs, both providers and policymakers need a…

10 Trauma-Sensitive Tips to Help Students Feel Safer in School

The ongoing impact of trauma is one of the biggest barriers to learning. Whether students are in the midst of trauma or feel unsafe from past experiences, there are many…

8 Outdoor Activities That Boost Child Development

In many areas across the country, it’s been a cold and snow-filled winter—but spring is finally here! It’s the perfect season for getting outdoors with young children and trying some…

3 Things Every Family Should Know About ASQ

If your early childhood program is using the Ages & Stages Questionnaires®, you know how crucial it is to involve and engage families as partners in the screening process. Early…