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“Anti-Bias Practices Are Good for All Children”: An Equity Q&A with Jen Neitzel & Ebonyse Mead
May 25, 2023
Every early educator wants to give each child a bright start—and a big part of that goal is dismantling the biases and inequities that have created an achievement gap for…

PD 4 Paras Case Story: How a Small Rural District Empowered Its Paraprofessionals
May 23, 2023
Paraprofessionals are vital members of the school team, working alongside teachers to support students in an inclusive classroom. Daina Loeffler, formerly the Special Education Coordinator of Nye County School District…

Tool Spotlight: Profiles of Early Expressive Phonological Skills (PEEPS)
May 18, 2023
Phonological development is strongly linked with a child’s later success with language and literacy. A new assessment releasing this month, Profiles of Early Expressive Phonological Skills™ (PEEPS™) by A. Lynn…

Trauma-Sensitive Tips for Helping Students Sustain Attention
May 16, 2023
*Today’s blog post has been adapted from Susan Craig’s popular book, Reaching and Teaching Children Who Hurt. Paying attention—in a classroom or in any other setting—always involves selecting from a variety…

11 Fun Things To Do with Babies
May 11, 2023
What are some fun ways to interact with babies and encourage their language skills, whether at home or in a child care setting? Today’s post—excerpted and adapted from Talk to…

11 Things to Do After an IEP Meeting
May 9, 2023
Many critical decisions are made during an IEP meeting for a student with support needs, so effective and timely followup—with families, students, and other team members—is essential. Today’s post offers…

Equity for Young Dual Language Learners: Recommendations & Resources
May 4, 2023
The number of dual language learners (DLLs) in early childhood classrooms is expanding every year. Programs serving these children must be ready to promote their age-appropriate progress in language development—and…

Supporting Autistic Learners: The Role of Memory in Social Learning and Social Communication
May 2, 2023
How can you help support learners on the autism spectrum as they develop critical social skills and authentic, positive connections with others? That’s what today’s post is about. Adapted from…

3 Components of an Effective Early Intervention Home Visit
April 27, 2023
Early intervention visits in natural environments enhance the capacity of parents and other care providers to promote the growth and development of young children. In today’s blog post, adapted from…

5 Ways to Provide Ongoing Support to Grieving Students and Families
April 25, 2023
In the immediate aftermath of a death in the family, school, or community, sensitive support from a teacher can be a powerful protective factor for students of all ages. But…