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The Early Years Matter
Book
January 1, 2014

The Early Years Matter: Education, Care and the Well-Being of Children, Birth to 8

Emphasizing the need to understand and respect young children’s strengths and unique characteristics, the authors offer inspiration for working in the field, as well as addressing the realistic challenges of implementing developmentally appropriate care a

Authored by

Authored by: 
Marilou Hyson, Heather Biggar Tomlinson
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Blog
February 27, 2017

The Role Of Relationships in Children's Use Of Technology

In this current conversation about media, technology and children’s learning, the focus has been on the importance of human interaction in relation to children’s media and technology use.

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Authored by: 
Jeremy Boyle
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Head Start

Learn how Head Start and Early Head Start incorporates NAEYC's core values, and act to build on the strengths of low-income children, families, and communities while providing support and services to help them thrive.
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WOYC Activity Resources

Resources for you to help plan and execute a successful Week of the Young Child!
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Is the School Ready for Your Kindergartner?

Many parents have questions about whether their child is ready for kindergarten. Don’t forget that it’s important for the school to be ready for your child as well.
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Parent-Teacher Conferences

Here are some ways parents can prepare so they too can be active participants in parent-teacher conferences.
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4 Things Kindergarten Teachers Want You to Know

Kindergarten teachers are passionate about partnering with the families of their students. When families and teachers work together, kids win! Here are four things that kindergarten teachers want you know.
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Blog
June 12, 2015

Saturday Mornings with Dad

It’s a space where men can talk about topics like napping, share with one another the best deals on diapers, and at the same time talk about their interests like sports, motorcycles, or computer games.

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Authored by: 
Robert Capuozzo
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Article
Young Children
September 1, 2017

Global Practices that Inform and Inspire

Working with early childhood educators around the globe demonstrates that there is promise and innovation everywhere, even in the most unpromising circumstances.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Marilou Hyson
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