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Adverse childhood experiences are different than child trauma, and it’s critical to understand why

Jessica Dym Bartlett and Vanessa Harbin Sacks·Apr 16, 2019·4 min read

The increased public understanding that childhood adversity, including adverse childhood experiences, can cause trauma and toxic stress—and, in turn, have a lasting impact on children’s physical and mental health—presents an important opportunity to turn this awareness into action.

Baby pulling stethoscope. Photo courtesy Mount Sinai Parenting Center

A Work in Progress: How Mount Sinai Parenting Center Is Bringing the Science of Child Development into Pediatric Education

Mark Swartz·Mar 27, 2019·4 min read

New York City’s Mount Sinai Hospital is one of the nation’s oldest and largest teaching hospitals. They're upping their early childhoold development game with an online curriculum that demonstrates how pediatric residents can promote brain development and help strengthen parent-child relationships within the confines of routine well-child visits

Round up: Spring Fever Edition with Deans for Impact, ZERO TO THREE, National League of Cities, and more

The Editors·Mar 20, 2019·1 min read

Happy Spring! Your spring fever is kicking in, you’ve got a ton on your plate and pollen is already making...

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Round up: #StateOfBabies, Childcare for All, 101 Mayors, Orchids & Dandelions and a Challenge

The Editors·Mar 6, 2019·1 min read

Herding up the recent news so you don’t miss out on all the goods: Our friends at ZERO TO THREE...

Phil Fisher: The Realities of Stress on Children

The Editors·Apr 22, 2019·5 min read

When University of Maryland Associate Professor Geetha Ramani and her colleagues visit early learning classrooms, they’re known as the “game people.” Ramani’s research shows not only the importance of teaching math skills, but also the effectiveness of what might seem like an obvious tactic: Make it fun.

First Responders to a Hidden Emergency

Behind ReadyNation’s Report on the U.S. Child Care Crisis

Mark Swartz·Mar 11, 2019·4 min read

How can the United States ensure that the next generation will be prepared for the responsibilities of citizenship? Barry D....

Identifying disorders like anxiety or depression in children is challenging and important. What if it could be done quickly?

Study Examines ‘Rapid Detection of Internalizing Diagnosis’ in Preschool Children

The Editors·Feb 21, 2019·3 min read

Identifying disorders like anxiety or depression in children is challenging and important. What if it could be done quickly?

This article, the first in a new series, will highlight efforts being led by local, state and national partners of the recently launched National Collaborative for Infants and Toddlers (NCIT) to advance promising prenatal-to-three policies and programs that create and expand family support systems.

Roadmap for Ensuring All Infants, Toddlers Achieve Optimal Health and Development

The Editors·Feb 15, 2019·5 min read

This article, the first in a new series, will highlight efforts being led by local, state and national partners of the recently launched National Collaborative for Infants and Toddlers (NCIT) to advance promising prenatal-to-three policies and programs that create and expand family support systems.

Big News for 2019. Big Plans for 2020!

The Editors·Dec 31, 2019·4 min read

It’s been a stellar year at Early Learning Nation! We’ve created fresh, science-fueled content every week, spanning remarkable Early Learning...

On Spanking: American Academy of Pediatrics Calls for a Ban

The Editors·Jan 8, 2019·8 min read

In December 2018, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued a policy statement calling for a ban on physical discipline for children. Here are seven of the most effective discipline approaches.

The Science Behind Early Learning: Ellen Galinsky

The Editors·Nov 30, 2018·6 min read

One of the global pioneers behind the science of early childhood learning and development, Ellen Galinsky, chief science officer at the Bezos Family Foundation and executive director of Mind in the Making, discusses her landmark book, Mind in the Making: The Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs, as well as her next project, which includes exploring the mind of the adolescent.

How does Girl Scouts of America start shaping young girls into strong, successful adults? As CEO Sylvia Acevedo describes, it begins with early education.

Role of Girl Scouts and Early Learning: Sylvia Acevedo, CEO, Girl Scouts of America

The Editors·Jan 2, 2019·7 min read

How does Girl Scouts of America start shaping young girls into strong, successful adults? As CEO Sylvia Acevedo describes, it begins with early education.

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