Early Childhood

Activity-based intervention (ABI) is a trusted approach designed to help young children who have or are at risk for disabilities learn and use important developmental skills. The foundation of the…

For young learners in an early childhood program, circle time should be a safe, welcoming place to practice skills they’ll need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. In today’s post,…

Widely used in early childhood programs, the Pyramid Model for Promoting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children helps early educators use research-based practices to boost early social-emotional development.…

In their new book Coaching for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging in Early Childhood, Anni K. Reinking and Laycee Thigpen articulate a vision for improving child outcomes through transformative,…

When young children struggle to learn and understand new words, how can you intervene early and keep these kids from falling behind? Today we’re spotlighting a program that can help:…

A young child’s healthy development depends on many factors, including early assessment and intervention for children who have delays or disabilities. And when parents and other caregivers are involved as…

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…

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…

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…

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…