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Protecting Play in the Early Years: The Heartbeat of Learning

...and function, promotes executive functioning, and strengthens social-emotional development. In fact, play is one of the best ways for young children to learn how to think creatively, solve problems, and...

Connecticut Core Standards (Infant)

Rhode Island World-Class Standards (Infant)

South Carolina Standards & Learning (Infant)

Vermont Framework of Standards and Learning (Infant)

Georgia Standards of Excellence (Infant)

Kansas Academic Standards (Infant)

Louisiana Academic Standards (Pre-K)

How Play Supports Academic Rigor in Early Childhood Education

...that play out in dramatic play centers; inventing new uses for materials, experimenting with ideas, and telling stories that may be grounded in reality or completely fantastical, reflecting their creative...

Help Families Maintain Children’s Connection to Their Languages and Cultures

...for them to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities in this area. Programs may have to consider creative ideas and ask themselves the following questions: Are there family members who...