Curriculum Scope and Sequence
An organized developmental scope and sequence outlines what the early childhood curriculum focuses on. It also shows how the plans and materials support children at different stages of development.
Professional Development
Excellence in early childhood education (ECE) programs is built on a workforce that promotes continuous program improvement.
Early Head Start Programs
Early Head Start (EHS) programs serve infants and toddlers under the age of 3, and pregnant women. EHS programs provide intensive comprehensive child development and family support services to low-income infants and toddlers and their families, and to pregnant women and their families.
Framework for Effective Practice
Learn about the five integral elements that build the Framework for Effective Practice, and apply its resources for all birth to five program options.
Early Head Start Benefits Children and Families
A national evaluation conducted by Mathematica Policy Research, Inc., and Columbia University's Center for Children and Families, in collaboration with the Early Head Start Research Consortium, found...
Early Essentials
The webisodes in this series offer key messages and helpful resources to get staff started with the youngest children and their families. Managers can use Early Essentials to design orientation experiences or staff can participate on their own.
Me and You
This short video explores the impact of adults on the growth and development of infants and very young children.
Tell Me a Story Series
Use this resource to help build parent and staff capacity in using books and stories for helping young children learn, manage strong emotions, deal with feelings of grief, or work on their social skills.