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September 1, 2023

Making Connections: Elevating the Impact and Expertise of Our Field

NAEYC's efforts around the country support early childhood education, the linchpin of a child's learning and development.

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Michelle Kang

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Young Children

September 1, 2023

De nuestra presidenta: Ampliar la mirada para incluir a todas las niñas y los niños

Educators' broadened understanding of child development holds promise for children of color who don't speak English.

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Natalie Vega O'Neil

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Young Children

September 1, 2023

From Our President: Broadening the Lens to Reach All Children

Educators' broadened understanding of child development holds promise for children of color who don't speak English.

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Natalie Vega O'Neil

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Young Children

September 1, 2023

Going Back to Move Forward: Applying a Lens of Sankofa to the Study of Child Development and Learning

Educators can use ancient understandings--such as Sankofa--to learn about and address gaps in the study of child development and learning.

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Toni Denese Sturdivant

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Young Children

September 1, 2023

Viewpoint. Family/Community Contexts and the Problem of Half-Truths in Early Childhood Education: Learning from Barbara Bowman

Read about Barbara Bowman's perspective on the relationship between child development and classroom practice.

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Patricia (“Patsy”) M. Cooper

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Young Children

September 1, 2023

Using Story Circles, Art, and Play to Support Children’s Responses to Stress and Trauma

Discover how teachers can create trauma-informed learning communities that allow children to process their experiences.

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Erin Elizabeth Flynn, Selena L. Hoy, Dalia Avello-Vega, Keyonia Williams

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Young Children

September 1, 2023

Creating Multimodal Experiences to Engage All Students in Early Grade Classrooms

Learn how educators can integrate high-quality multimodal experiences in science and math learning.

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Kate I. McCormick, Christine Uliassi, Krystal Barber, Kim Wieczorek

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Young Children

September 1, 2023

Shifting from a Classroom of Reluctant Compliance to a Classroom of Responsive Curiosity

This article presents a three-part playful learning framework to help educators move from a culture of compliance to one of agency and curiosity.

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Elias Blinkoff, Charlotte Anne Wright, Molly Scott, Katelyn Fletcher, Allyson S. Masters, Hande Ilgaz, Lien Vu, Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, Roberta Michnick Golinkoff

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Young Children

September 1, 2023

Can I Help You? Supporting Equity, Learning, and Development by Allowing Children to Help Out

Learn about the benefits of fostering children's innate desire and ability to help out.

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Molly E. McManus, Kiyomi Sánchez-Suzuki Colegrove

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August 25, 2023

Spotlight on Young Children: Challenging Behavior

Learn more about Spotlight on Young Children: Challenging Behavior

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Charis L. Wahman, Janice K. Lee

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August 25, 2023

Focus on Developmentally Appropriate Practice: Equitable and Joyful Learning with Infants and Toddlers

Learn more about Focus on Developmentally Appropriate Practice: Equitable and Joyful Learning with Infants and Toddlers

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Marie L. Masterson, Ron Grady, Susan Friedman

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January 22, 2024

Spotlight on Young Children: Observation and Assessment, Volume 2

Learn more about Spotlight on Young Children: Observation and Assessment, Volume 2

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Hilary Seitz

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Teaching Young Children

July 1, 2023

Leaving a Mark: Lesson Study for Professional Learning

Learn about Lesson Study as an approach to professional development.

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Savanna Gragg, Vicki S. Collet

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Teaching Young Children

July 1, 2023

Message from Michelle

While there's no perfect path to leadership, mentoring, ongoing support, and encouragement are crucial.

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Michelle Kang

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Teaching Young Children

April 3, 2023

Ask Hello. How Do You Use Loose Parts and Other Objects in the Dramatic Play and Kitchen Centers?

Early childhood educators share ideas for how to use loose parts.

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Teaching Young Children

April 3, 2023

How Our Bodies Move: Exploring Bones and Joints

A preschool class explores bones and joints.

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William Straits, Lori Walsh

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Teaching Young Children

April 3, 2023

Yoga for Young Children: Supporting Growth and Movement

Learn tips for implementing yoga practice in a preschool setting.

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Erin Zuccaro

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Making Connections: Elevating the Impact and Expertise of Our Field

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De nuestra presidenta: Ampliar la mirada para incluir a todas las niñas y los niños

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From Our President: Broadening the Lens to Reach All Children

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Going Back to Move Forward: Applying a Lens of Sankofa to the Study of Child Development and Learning

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Viewpoint. Family/Community Contexts and the Problem of Half-Truths in Early Childhood Education: Learning from Barbara Bowman

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Using Story Circles, Art, and Play to Support Children’s Responses to Stress and Trauma

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Creating Multimodal Experiences to Engage All Students in Early Grade Classrooms

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Shifting from a Classroom of Reluctant Compliance to a Classroom of Responsive Curiosity

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Can I Help You? Supporting Equity, Learning, and Development by Allowing Children to Help Out

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Spotlight on Young Children: Challenging Behavior

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Focus on Developmentally Appropriate Practice: Equitable and Joyful Learning with Infants and Toddlers

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Spotlight on Young Children: Observation and Assessment, Volume 2

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