Tips for Supporting Dual Language Learners in Early Childhood Settings
September 23, 2024
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It can be challenging to know how best to support dual language learners in the classroom, especially if you don’t speak a child’s home language. Here are four tips to help you create a supportive learning environment for these children.

Four Common Myths About Early Literacy
September 09, 2024
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Don’t let these four common myths about early literacy get in the way of preparing your child for literacy success. Find out what the research really says abut how you can best support your child’s learning.

Lessons from the Pandemic: What Lockdowns Can Teach Us about Children’s Vocabulary
June 18, 2024
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During the pandemic, parents were often their child’s main source for language learning. This provided a unique opportunity to study how parent-child interactions influence children’s vocabulary development. See what the research uncovered and learn how you can apply the lessons learned to support your child’s vocabulary development.

It’s Worth the Wait! The Power of Waiting During Interactions with Your Child
April 29, 2024
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You know that talking to your child is critical for their language development. But did you know that not talking sometimes is just as important? Learn more about the power of pausing and waiting during interactions with your child and what to look out for while you wait.

Are Certain Toys Better Than Others for Autistic Children?
April 22, 2024
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Parents sometimes wonder what the best toys are for helping their young autistic child interact and communicate. The research might surprise you!

Make Print POP!
March 20, 2024
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There’s a lot children need to learn about print before they can start to read and write. Here are some tips to build this important early literacy skill during everyday activities with your child.

Supporting the Science of Reading: Resources for Building Emergent Literacy in the Classroom
February 26, 2024
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The Science of Reading tells us that to become successful readers, children need to know two equally important skillsets. Learn more about these skills and browse our handouts, tips and articles for supporting emergent literacy in the classroom.

Just Being in the Same Classroom Is Not Enough: How to Promote Peer Interactions
December 09, 2023
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In order to learn from their peers, children with delayed language skills need to interact regularly with children with stronger language skills. But is this interaction happening in preschool classrooms? Find out what the research says, and what educators can do to promote the kind of peer interactions that benefit children most.

Bring On the Books! 10 Tips for Reading with Autistic Children
November 14, 2023
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Reading with your autistic child helps to build both their early literacy skills and communication skills. But did you know that the way you read with your child can make a big difference? Use these fun, simple tips to make the most of book reading to encourage your child to interact and learn.