Category: Early Childhood Development

Resource 1: National Association for Child Development

https://www.nacd.org/

This organization offers a variety of resources for children of all ages. Early childhood teachers can use these resources to help young children in all developmental areas. Resources are divided into subsites that focus on targeted concerns and problems for individualized support. It has material that can support children at all levels of development.

Resource 2: Center on the Developing Child

https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/healthy-childhood-in-changing-climate/

This site spotlights leading educators and early childhood professionals on their thoughts and insights into the development of young children. They address issues and concerns with early learners’ minds, temperaments, and bodies. Educators can find information on current research and studies that pertain to early childhood development. Videos, briefs, and reports are available on almost any topic that relates to early childhood. 




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