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Early Childhood Development, Teaching and Learning

Nature Walk and Roll

Take a nature walk and roll! Children and adults might be walking or rolling around in a stroller, buggy, or wheelchair. All ways of moving are wonderful, and we encourage choosing a pathway that works for everyone.

Play the Head Start Way

Staff can use this information to plan and carry out open ended, joyful play activities with children enrolled in Head Start programs.

Creating a Caring Community

Creating caring communities involves warm, respectful relationships among children and adults in learning environments. Learn more with the videos, handouts, and learning activities in this in-service suite.

The Joy of Teaching and Learning in Preschool

These episodes of Teacher Time highlight the joy of teaching and learning with preschool children. Learn practical strategies to engage in guided play, observation, and intentional teaching. 

Visual Supports for Infants and Toddlers

Explore this special collection of visuals that was designed to support the participation and learning of young children between the ages of 16 to 36 months.

Head Start Coaching Companion Mobile App

The Coaching Companion mobile application is for early care and education staff, coaches and coachees. Upload videos and engage in reflection and feedback within a collaborative coaching partnership on the go.

Visual Supports

These pictures and visuals help present important information in a way that children can understand and use. They encourage engagement and learning in many different settings, routines, and activities.

Embedded Learning Opportunities

Embedded learning opportunities are short teaching interactions focused on a child’s individual learning objectives during ongoing daily activities and routines. Learn how to plan for and use embedded teaching.

Individualized Professional Development Plans to Support Career Pathways

Success in any career requires the continued development of skills and knowledge. Explore tools and resources to help supervisors develop effective plans with staff.

Creating an Individualized Professional Development Plan Decision Tree

Review this infographic for key considerations when creating an Individualized Professional Development Plan.

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