Meeting the Needs of All Children: Mattering
What does it mean for a child to feel they matter to others? According to researchers at the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, “from the earliest years, children’s sense … Read more
Coach’s Corner: Making the Most of Morning Greetings
A child’s experience upon arriving at their early childhood education program each morning can set the tone for their entire day. Actually, the same can be true for adults coming into an … Read more
Meeting the Needs of All Children: Helping Children Express Strong Feelings Safely
“Helping children understand what they’re feeling and how to express those feelings safely is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give them.” The Devereux Center for Resilient Children shares multiple … Read more
Coach’s Corner: Supporting Families in Crisis (Update)
We often talk about the “predictable rhythms” of the classroom. However, we know that for the families we serve, life can sometimes take an unpredictable and challenging turn. Whether it is economic … Read more
Coach’s Corner: Gardening With Young Children
Gardening offers countless opportunities for exploration, creativity, and connection in early childhood environments. In this installment of Coach’s Corner, Meghan Pallante shares ideas for incorporating gardening experiences into your program, whether you … Read more
Early Literacy At A Glance – A Guide to Community Programs
The Delaware Literacy Alliance has provided a quick reference guide to community-based organizations in Delaware that offer early literacy tools and support.
Meeting the Needs of All Children: Guide for Selecting Anti-Bias Children’s Books
Reading with young children and giving them access to a variety of books is essential for early literacy and helps spark a lifelong love of reading. As we choose books, it’s also … Read more
Meeting the Needs of All Children: Everyday Social-Emotional Learning
The Devereux Center for Resilient Children strives to “foster resilience in and promote the social and emotional development of young children (birth to age 5), so that they can be successful in … Read more
Coach’s Corner: Get Moving
We all know that moving our bodies is essential to goodhealth. The tricky part can be finding moments in the dayto fit in that movement! For early childhood programs, itcan be especially … Read more
Meeting the Needs of All Children: Supporting Dual Language Learners
Head Start has developed three guides to support the “full and effective participation of children who are dual language learners and their families.” The first guide is designed to support program leaders … Read more
