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The NAEYC blog aims to increase general awareness and engage the public in thoughtful discussion around topics and themes related to early childhood education. We share NAEYC initiatives and explore what’s new, upcoming, timely, or topical in the early childhood field.

We have expanded the focus of the blog to also include content that families might find useful. Tip: to view blog posts intended for families only, use the “Refine” box to the right and click on the box  next to "NAEYC General" and then select “For Families Blog”.

Children wearing backpacks head back to school.
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August 30, 2023

New School Year; Guidance from DAP

Find a variety of DAP resources to prepare for back-to-school.

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Authored by: 
Susan Friedman
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August 4, 2023

Book Equity: How a coalition of nonprofits is working together to help young children see themselves – and learn about others – through diverse books

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.

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Authored by: 
LUCY RECIO, BOB STECHUK, KYLE ZIMMER
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July 21, 2023

From the Pages of Young Children: Reflecting Back and Looking Forward

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.
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July 14, 2023

Inviting Voice in Stillness

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.

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Authored by: 
Raquel Munarriz Diaz
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June 29, 2023

YOU Did It! The 2023 NAEYC Professional Learning Institute

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.

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Authored by: 
Monique Cabiness
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June 14, 2023

A Tribute to Alice Sterling Honig

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.
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June 13, 2023

Simple and Lasting Mindful Emotional Management Habits for Early Childhood Educators

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.

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Authored by: 
Brittany Crumley, Sandra Linder
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May 17, 2023

Eight Ways to Encourage Math Learning During Risky Outdoor Play

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.

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Authored by: 
Deanna Pecaski McLennan
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Michelleandnat
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May 12, 2023

Celebrate Educators Through Advocacy

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Maria Estlund
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April 14, 2023

The Power of Language in Creating Spaces of Belonging

Does your use of language and the ways you listen to others support other people to feel truly seen in the spaces, places, and communities you are part of?

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Authored by: 
Gina Forbes
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Blog
March 31, 2023

Gearing up for the Week of the Young Child (WOYC)

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.
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Blog
March 24, 2023

At a Crossroads

Action to Address Young Children, the Environment, and the Future

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Authored by: 
Joan Lombardi
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Portrait of Author, Victoria Long-Coleman
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March 9, 2023

Leading Toward Equity All Year Long

Op-ed author Victoria Long-Coleman shares the messages of Dr. Martin Luther King--dreams are powerful, but they are only meaningful if we act.

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Authored by: 
Victoria Long-Coleman
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January 18, 2023

The Lunar New Year is a Global Celebration

Every year, the whole world comes together to celebrate the start of a new year, regardless of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. This collective celebration is a reminder that no matter how different our cultures may be, we are all united by one common

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Authored by: 
Sandy Baba, Debbie LeeKeenan, Shu-Chen Yen, Iris Chin Ponte
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Blog
January 13, 2023

The Value of Documenting Process Art

Head Start preschool educator Amanda Messer offers insight into how young children can demonstrate early learning goals through engagement in process art.

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Authored by: 
Amanda Messer
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A craft tree made from recycled materials.
Blog
January 5, 2023

Cardboard Challenge: Introducing New Skills in Authentic Ways

To create a community building event with family involvement, we decided to engage in a Cardboard Challenge focused on trees: How could children build a tree with cardboard-like materials and make it interactive?

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Authored by: 
Kelly Bird
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