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March 18, 2026
Read and Talk: Support Interactive Book Reading with Preschoolers
"Read it again!" This excited refrain is familiar to many preschool educators. Children love to hear and talk about their favorite books. Early care and education professionals play an important role when they intentionally support children's language and literacy development by encouraging and scaffolding language and literacy experiences through interactive book reading.
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February 10, 2026
Want a SOUP-er Idea for Family Engagement this Winter?
Programs are often looking for new family engagement ideas. And wintertime in much of the United States is cold and dark. How can you bring some warmth and build community in the winter? As inspiration, one program shares its story of hosting an annual "Warm-Your-Heart Soup Night" each February. It is one of the favorite nights of the year for some staff.
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January 15, 2026
Compassion Begins with You: Bring Your Best Self to the Classroom
The new year has started! You're eager to strengthen your relationships and interactions with the children in your care. Cultivating compassion is a way to grow kind and caring interactions and relationships with children.
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November 13, 2025
Holidays with Intention: Reflecting on Joy and Belonging for Every Child
Holidays in early childhood classrooms can be joyful and meaningful. They also invite reflection: How do your celebrations, rituals, and seasonal activities reflect the children and families in your care? How do you make sure everyone is included? Thoughtful approaches honor family traditions, help children feel a sense of belonging, and provide culturally respectful learning experiences.
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