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Welcome to our Blog! 

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”.

Note: Blog posts do not necessarily reflect the views of NAEYC.


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Blog
September 11, 2017

Global Practices that Inform and Inspire

Guest editor Marilou Hyson introduces Young Children's September 2017 cluster topic

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Authored by: 
Marilou Hyson
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August 23, 2017

To Early Childhood Educators in Charlottesville, VA, and Everywhere

NAEYC's CEO penned a letter to NAEYC members in response to recent events in Charlottesville, VA

Authored by

Authored by: 
Rhian Evans Allvin
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Blog
August 16, 2017

Resources to Help You Make a Difference

Here are some resources from NAEYC’s publications and online content that support anti-bias approaches, positive guidance, and diversity in the classroom

Authored by

Authored by: 
Susan Friedman
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Blog
July 25, 2017

Preparing Young Children for the Inclusion of Children with Disabilities into the Classroom

Here are some tips for making your classroom more inclusive and helping all students be successful!

Authored by

Authored by: 
Marla Lohmann
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Blog
June 30, 2017

The Beauty of Early Childhood Mathematics: Playful Math = Engaged Learning

Editor's note introducing the cluster topic for the July 2017 issue of Young Children

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Authored by: 
Lisa Hansel
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June 19, 2017

Forget the Playroom...Take Them Outside!

There are so many reasons you should consider more outdoor play time with your child, and here are a few.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Toni Denese Sturdivant
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June 8, 2017

A Conversation in Hello: Being Inclusive of all Families on Father's Day

Here we highlight a few posts from a conversation about Fathers Day. See how a discussion on gift ideas for Father’s Day became an exploration of ways to be inclusive of all families.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Gilmar Rosas
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Blog
May 25, 2017

Five Ideas to Encourage Learning This Summer

School may be out for the summer, but there are still lots of opportunities for young children to play and learn!

Authored by

Authored by: 
Georgi-Ann Clarke
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Blog
May 3, 2017

Check it Out: Partnering with Libraries to Extend Learning in the Early Years

When early childhood educators and child care providers partner with libraries and librarians, it opens new possibilities and provides increased opportunities that lay the foundation for school success

Authored by

Authored by: 
Kathleen Deerr, Kristen Todd-Wurm
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Blog
April 27, 2017

Reactions to My First Maker Fest, Part 4: Final Reflections

This blog post is the final of a 4-part blog series on the experiences of a 3rd-grade teacher's first Maker Fest with her elementary school

Authored by

Authored by: 
Sally Donnelly
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April 20, 2017

Reactions to My First Maker Fest, Part 3: Diary of a Pillow Project

This blog post is the third of a 4-part blog series on the experiences of a 3rd-grade teacher's first Maker Fest with her elementary school

Authored by

Authored by: 
Sally Donnelly
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Blog
April 17, 2017

Reactions to My First Maker Fest, Part 2: The Third Grade Team Responds to the Maker Fest

This blog post is the second of a 4-part blog series on the reactions and experiences of a 3rd-grade teacher's first Maker Fest with her elementary school

Authored by

Authored by: 
Sally Donnelly
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April 12, 2017

Reactions to My First Maker Fest, Part 1: From Skepticism to All In

This blog post is the second of a 4-part blog series on the reactions and experiences of a 3rd-grade teacher's first Maker Fest

Authored by

Authored by: 
Sally Donnelly
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April 10, 2017

Lessons Learned from Our Collaborations with Families

PBS KIDS recently developed and piloted Family Creative Learning, a new outreach and family engagement workshop.

Authored by

Authored by: 
​Aaron Morris
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April 10, 2017

Lecciones que aprendimos de nuestras colaboraciones con las familias

PBS KIDS recently developed and piloted Family Creative Learning, a new outreach and family engagement workshop.

Authored by

Authored by: 
​Aaron Morris
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Blog
March 31, 2017

Make STEM Social to Motivate Preschoolers

One way to ensure that children get the most out of STEM opportunities is to make each activity as engaging as possible. Our research has looked for ways to help increase children’s motivation for STEM tasks

Authored by

Authored by: 
Dr. Allison Master
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March 31, 2017

Hacer que STEM sea social para motivar a los niños de preescolar.

One way to ensure that children get the most out of STEM opportunities is to make each activity as engaging as possible. Our research has looked for ways to help increase children’s motivation for STEM tasks

Authored by

Authored by: 
Dr. Allison Master
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March 27, 2017

Empowered and Encouraged: Public Policy Forum is the Place for Young Professionals

The Public Policy Forum is the place for anyone who is passionate about children, families, and early childhood education

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Authored by: 
Rachel J. Franz, Zaina Keenan, Jenifer Fuller, Hector Rivera
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March 6, 2017

Splish Splash: Science Time Without Spending a Dime

Here are 3 learning experiences involving water that won’t cost you a dime.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Toni Denese Sturdivant
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February 28, 2017

Academics vs. Play: The False Dilemma That Some Principals Face

Play is essential to child development. When principals and other instructional leaders are able to see what learning through play looks like in a classroom, they are better equipped to help teachers promote developmentally-informed practices.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Shayna Cook, Abbie Lieberman
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