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Growing Independence: Tips for Parents of Toddlers and Twos

The years of toddlers and twos should be some of the most joyful years for you and your child. These children grow by leaps and bounds—walking, talking, laughing, singing, helping, and gaining new life experiences every day.
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Teaching Young Children
April 1, 2018

Message in a Backpack™ Guiding Your Child’s Behavior

Your preschooler is learning positive behaviors just like she’s learning new words and skills. It’s important to stay calm, patient, and consistent as you help your child understand your expectations.

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Keri Giordano
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Teaching Young Children
April 1, 2018

Mensaje en la mochila: Cómo guiar el comportamiento de su hijo

Este mensaje es para recortarse, fotocopiarse y enviarse a casa con los niños como recurso para los padres. Está disponible también por internet en NAEYC.org/tyc.

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Keri Giordano
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Teaching Young Children
April 1, 2019

Message in a Backpack™: Going Beyond the Playground: Math, Science, and Outdoor Fun رسالة في حقيبة الظهر™ - ما بعد الملعب: الرياضيات والعلم والمرح في الخارج

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.

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Rachel J. Franz
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Creative Arts

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School Readiness

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Digital Media

Find research-based resources, tips and ideas for families on young children's use of digital media!
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Literacy

Find research-based resources, tips and ideas for families on reading and writing at home!
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Math

Find research-based resources, tips and ideas for families on learning math at home!
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