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Coach’s Corner: Importance of Language in Early Childhood Programs

Oral Language is one of the most important tools in teaching and nurturing children. Think of the many conversations heard around an early childhood space. There are conversations between children, conversations between … Read more


Coach’s Corner: Literacy in Early Childhood Education

Incorporating literacy into your day can seem daunting. The good news is that you do not need to have fancy materials to make it happen! Literacy can be taught using materials that … Read more


Coach’s Corner: Outdoor Learning

Spending time outdoors should be an important part of every childhood. Fresh air, sunshine, open space to explore; outdoor learning provides so much joy for young children…and adults! There are so many … Read more


Educator talking to a parent and child in a classroom

DIEEC Microlearning: Building Relationships with your ECE Families

Families are their children’s first teachers.  Complete this microlearning session and learn tips for partnering with families in their child’s learning.  Then, use the template below to implement a communication plan in … Read more

Family and Community Engagement

A mother and daughter preparing for school

DIEEC Microlearning: Morning Greetings

Morning greetings can help children smooth the transition from home to school. They don’t take much time, but morning greetings can have a big impact on relationships with children and families. This … Read more


A mother and child doing a high-five

DIEEC Microlearning: Departures

Adjusting from school life to home can be challenging for children, families, and teachers. For many children, transitioning at the end of the day may be frustrating, confusing, or may provoke anxiety. … Read more

Curriculum Assessment and Screening

A mother feeding a baby

DIEEC Microlearning: Feeding Infants

Did you know that more growth happens during the first year of life than at any other time? Making appropriate food choices for infants is very important! Breast milk and formula are … Read more

Health, Nutrition, and Mental Health

A person washing their hands

DIEEC Microlearning: Handwashing

Handwashing is a regular routine that keeps children, staff, and their families safe and healthy. We spend lots of time handwashing – to reap the benefits, it is important to handwash at … Read more

Health, Nutrition, and Mental Health

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