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The “Word Gap” has come to symbolize the gulf that can separate very young children who have rich opportunities for positive early learning experiences from those who do not. Science reveals that early language and literacy skills are important predictors of later success in school—and that as a group, children in families of lower socioeconomic means have fewer skills and know far fewer words than their more privileged peers. ZERO TO THREE has compiled as set of resources, in English and Spanish, to will help families, professionals, and policymakers understand the importance of supporting early language and literacy and how best to do so.Publication Date
May 24, 2014About
This is a four-part video that demonstrates how translators, interpreters, and cultural mediators help schools work more effectively with families from different cultural background. Vignettes are used to illustrate factors that can foster stronger family-professional partnerships. Handouts and a downloadable companion booklet are included.Publication Date
2005About
It can be difficult to get young children to eat enough vegetables, but a new study finds that simply adding more veggies to their plates can result in children consuming more vegetables at each meal.About
Scientists from the University of Alberta, Canada analyzed data from bilingual and monolingual four to six-year-old children. They saw that both groups used the same amount of unique words when they told a story. The researchers say that this was due to bilingual kids’ greater cognitive flexibility, which is their ability to switch between thinking about different concepts. Details and a video are available at the website in English and Spanish. About
Department of Public Instruction BK Licensure StructureAbout
This pair of articles reveals the evidence-based practices through which educators can make their classrooms learning spaces that are welcoming and supportive for Black boys. Each offers insights about strengths-based approaches that can support each child to achieve their full potential.About
This list embraces and celebrates Black pioneers and innovators in STEM with engaging illustrations and photos to talk about with your young children.About
Book Nooks contains useful guides for teachers and parents that are based on popular children’s books. These guides offer various activities and ideas to build social-emotional skills.Publication Date
1980About
This video by the CELL offers suggestions for teachers to provide literacy-rich experiences through book corners, literacy centers, and different types of materials.Publication Date
Updated February 12, 2015About
This thought-provoking TED Talk explores the ways in which language and culture weave their threads into the fabric of who we are as individuals. Please, please, please take the time to listen to Jassa Ahluwalia and to internalize his messages so you may better support each child’s identity.About
This webpage from ZERO TO THREE provides a variety of resources including video clips on brain development with topics such as nurturing healthy development, fostering skills for success in school, and early math learning.About
This video highlights one family’s journey from the earliest days of receiving a diagnosis, through early intervention, and into productive young adult life.About
This video provides the perspectives of parents, Head Start staff, health care professionals, and others on the issues of adverse childhood events (ACEs), toxic stress, and resilience. A discussion guide and links to additional resources are available at https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/understanding-stress-and-resilience-in-young-children.pdf. Access the video at https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/video/breaking-through-understanding-stress-resilience-young-childrenAbout
Presented by the Arizona Department of Health Services, this video clip discusses how child care settings can create an environment that supports breastfeeding for babies.Publication Date
2010About
This video reviews the purpose of an IFSP meeting and what should happen in the meeting through the example of Bri and her family. It begins by introducing the family and team members. The team then discusses the family’s priorities and suggests ways to keep the IFSP meeting family-focused.Publication Date
2010About
In Chapter 4.3, the team develops a second IFSP outcome and accompanying strategies. These strategies include the use of community resources (from EI and non-EI sources) within natural settings.Publication Date
2010About
Chapter 5 defines the service plan and highlights the importance of partnership between the family and service providers and providing services in natural learning environments. The team identifies the resources required to support the development of the outcomes. Different factors are considered when determining the intensity, frequency and duration of intervention.Publication Date
2010About
This second sub-chapter covers Bri’s cognitive and self-help skills. The team answers the parents’ questions about sensory-processing. They also explain how different areas of development are linked. The family’s input is sought and their involvement in helping Bri’s is constantly encouraged.Publication Date
2010About
In the second chapter on Levels of development, this first sub-chapter shows the team’s discussion of Bri’s communication skills. During the discussion, Bri’s strengths are noted, as are the family’s concerns.Publication Date
2010