Making Space for Interactions
Explore how the physical layout of a room — plus the materials you choose to present in it — can increase interactions with the children in your care.
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Supporting Social-Emotional Development
Learn how to support children in identifying, talking about, and regulating their emotions. Discover ways to help express healthy social-emotional behaviors.
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Equitable Learning Experiences for Dual Language Learners
Learn ways to effectively respect, support, and nurture multi-language development in young learners.
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Understanding How LENA Works
Learn more about LENA's history, research, and get an in-depth explanation of the inner workings of LENA technology.
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Build Early Literacy Skills With Early Talk
Help young children develop early literacy skills such as sound recognition, vocabulary building, and comprehension to pave the way for later independent reading.
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Craft Your Success Story for Funders
Discover the art of sharing your program's achievements in a way that resonates with your audience, inspires community buy-in, and opens doors to potential funding opportunities.
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Gunnison-Hinsdale ECC
Gunnison County, Colorado
Classroom goal: Set out more engaging materials during morning arrival.
Results: Conversational turns more than doubled! Once the kids were dropped off, the classroom was already set up with materials that teachers could talk about with kids as they took off coats, put away gear, and waited for other children to arrive. This kind of change can be done each morning — and create a better (and more intentional) flow for the entire day!
Read more teacher tips on how to use classroom materials to increase interactions!