Children’s first learning experiences, at home and in early care, are a critical component to their success in kindergarten and beyond.
In the beginning: Love, Talk, Play
Parents often wonder what a baby is learning in those early years. Research now tells us that a baby’s brain develops more quickly in the first 3 years of life than at any other time. This early learning sets the stage for future success in school and in life. The…
Math happens
When we think of math, we often remember our own school days: multiplication facts or geometry tests. We say things like “I was the best in the class at long division” or “I hated Algebra. I could never solve for X.” There seems to be an emotional connection to our…