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Explore the critical role Head Start programs play in buffering the impact of trauma by promoting resilience for children, families, and staff. Learn more about implementing a trauma-informed approach.

Learn about the four points of connection necessary in the transition process. Discover the six steps to planning for the transition and success stories from the field.

Explore this list of children’s books about the transition to kindergarten. Find stories to increase children’s comfort with their new learning setting.

Review a list of resources—including practical guides, special topics, and research— that offer support to families during the kindergarten transition process

Discover a list of specific, research-based activities that educators can implement during the transition to Kindergarten process. They focus on ways to foster the four key points of connection with the child's receiving school.

Learn how child care health consultants’ (CCHCs) expertise and knowledge can support early care and education programs. Discover ways CCHCs can help ensure healthy and safe learning environments.

In this guide, learn how to support children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and their families through a successful transition to kindergarten.

Review a list of practical guides, special topics, and research in support of kindergarten transition efforts by leaders and educators.

Find common terms and staff roles within Head Start programs and elementary schools, with a crosswalk comparison of terms and roles. Share the guide with all those involved in the transition-to-kindergarten process.

Programs can use this  planning form that can be edited by leaders as they build a kindergarten transition team and plan.