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For Families: 7 Tips for Raising Caring Kids According to the Making Caring Common Project at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, “Research in human development clearly shows that the seeds of empathy, caring, and compassion are present from early in life, but that to become caring, ethical people, children need adults to help them at every stage of childhood to nurture these seeds into full development.”  Document
For Parents--Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) This episode helps equip parents who are searching for child care options for children with unique needs. We discuss the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the supports related to the law, and how parents can begin building a relationship with potential child care providers by using open-ended questions to gather the information needed to set their child up for success. Podcast
Fostering Healthy Social & Emotional Development in Young Children - Tips for Early Childhood Teachers and Providers "Social and emotional development involves several interrelated areas of development, including social interaction, emotional awareness, and self-regulation.” Here is a helpful PDF from the U.S. Department of Education. Document
Fostering Resilience in Families Coping with Depression Research on children at Head Start age or older whose families face adversities, including depression, has shown that many children do surprisingly well. The word resilience has been used to describe the qualities of these children. Identifying strengths and building on resources are ways of fostering resilience and two of the principle goals of Head Start. Document
Four Important Things to Know About the Transition to School The March 2015 newsletter from the Harvard Family Research Project offers resources to support the process of transition to school. Research shows that children from homes with increased social and economic risk benefit the most from activities that support smooth transitions; yet these are the children least likely to receive them. Features in the newsletter offer both the evidence-base supporting the importance of the transition to school and profiles of programs that are working to support equitable and effective transitions for children and families. Document
Funding Resources to Support Children with Special Needs This tip sheet highlights funding resources available, including those specific to the state of Minnesota, to support the care of children with special needs. Tipsheet
Gender-Expansive and Transgender Children: Books for Students Gender-Expansive and Transgender Children: Books for Students Document
GO VS. NO-GO: Preparing to Evacuate or Shelter-in-Place This resource was created by Child Care Aware of America There are many types of emergencies. In some situations, you may need to evacuate (“GO”). However, there are other emergencies when it’s best to shelter-in-place (“NO-GO”). The type of emergency determines how you should react. Establish an alert system so staff and children know what actions to take. Document
H is for Hope For both kids and grown-ups, hope can be a powerful force in healing from trauma.  Document
Healthy Day Toolkit "Together, Alliance for a Healther Generation and Kohls are encouraging families to create a healthier home life. Support physical, social, and emotional well-being for kids and adults by incorporating each of these areas into your daily routine."  You will find resources available in English and Spanish! Document
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