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This article highlights Walter Gilliam’s findings on the rates of PreK expulsion, including specific findings related to race and gender (e.g., African‐American preschoolers were about twice as likely to be expelled as European American (both Latino and non‐Latino) preschoolers and over five times as likely as Asian‐American pre‐ schoolers; boys were expelled at a rate over 4½ times that of girls). A subsequent study showed that when teachers were supported to use evidence‐based practices that promote children’s social emotional competence expulsion rates went down.About
Infants whose mothers participated in a mindfulness-based program during pregnancy had healthier stress responses at 6 months old, a new study found. This is the first known study to show that a prenatal social intervention may improve health outcomes in offspring. It is really well established that maternal stress in pregnancy increases the risk for health problems in children.About
The authors discuss research and professional literature in support of teacher preparation programs that emphasize field-based experience, particularly clinical experience in culturally and linguistically diverse schools and community organizations. Publication Date
2013About
This resource guide provides early childhood professionals with the knowledge and tools they seek to educate preschool English learners most effectively.About
In this webcast, Dr. Rebecca Palacios discuses several aspects of a pre-K ELL program, namely language instruction, curriculum, professional development, and family outreach. A list of recommended readings, related links, and discussion questions is also provided.Publication Date
2010About
This series includes four segments on science, technology, engineering, and math. Each segment includes an archived webinar, PowerPoints, handouts, and additional resource materials.About
This video shows a discussion between an early childhood specialist and two parents on issues regarding rough and tumble play in preschoolers. Clips of the children engaging in rough and tumble play are included.Publication Date
2009About
This webpage contains brief descriptions about preschoolers’ physical, mental, and social development.Publication Date
2006About
This brief article presents the results of a study examining adolescents eating behaviors and family environments which suggests that teens develop fewer body issues and eating problems when parents talk about nutrition rather than weight with their children.Publication Date
2013About
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines ACEs as “traumatic events that occur in childhood (0-17 years) such as experiencing violence, abuse, or neglect.” This report explains the prevalence of ACEs and provides a number of strategies to prevent children from experiencing them.About
This second edition contains the updated CFOC national standards for nutrition, physical activity, and screen time for early child care and education programs as well as intervention strategies to prevent obesity in young children for families, teachers, professionals, and policy makers. Links to related standards and a list of references are available for each set of standards. A PDF version is also available.Publication Date
2012About
This book examines factors related to reading problems and describes literacy development from birth through the primary grades. It also contains recommendations for research and practice and implications for educators, parents, and policymakers.About
This position statement by the NAEYC presents recommendations to prevent child abuse in early childhood programs. These recommendations center on roles by early childhood programs, family members, public regulation, and early childhood professionals. In particular, this paper elaborates on the role of the early childhood programs in terms of the policies about the program, staff screening, recruitment, and retention, promotion of partnerships with families.Publication Date
1996About
This document outlines the principles of family involvement and provides short pointers on how each principle can be applied.Publication Date
2004About
PBS Learning Media provides a variety of educator and family resources in English and Spanish. This lesson helps those new to outdoor learning set up routines and transitions for learning outdoors.About
How can schools get engagement with DLLs’ families right — especially in the early years? This 2017 report presents research on family engagement practices that have proven effective with linguistically diverse families.Publication Date
December 2012About
This core body of knowledge, skills, values, and dispositions reflects what early childhood educators must demonstrate to effectively promote the development, learning, and well-being of each and every young child. Visit this site to read the NAEYC position statement in English and Spanish, view an executive summary, or access a side-by-side comparison between the 2010 Professional Preparation Standards and the new framework.About
Watch this video for promising practices from a Head Start program for migrant families in San Luis Obispo, CA. It illustrates ways to foster strong relationships and partnerships between families and staff based on evidence that effective partnerships support parent-child connections, family well-being, and goal-setting.About
This tool was designed to help Head Start and Early Head Start programs to promote school readiness for Dual Language Learners (DLLs) by examining their systems and services for children and families who speak languages other than English.