Children’s first learning experiences, at home and in early care, are a critical component to their success in kindergarten and beyond.
Baby talk and language building
“Hellooo Baby! Mommy loves you soooooo much.” “One, two, three, UP!” “UH, OH! You fell down.” …simple conversations often heard between parents and very young children. Parents have been worried for generations whether this “baby talk” helps or hurts their child’s language skills. Well, mom and dad, good news! Research…
Science is more than a pink volcano
When we ask most parents to recall science in their elementary school years, many describe the “baking soda and vinegar volcano” that oozed pink lava all over the kitchen floor. Perhaps they recall the green gunk they collected from the river near the “ol’ swimmin’ hole.” Our remembrance is foggy…