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4 Dec · Lauren Till · No Comments

Help Me Grow & Sustainability

Check out Dr. Paul Dworkin’s latest blog post regarding Help Me Grow and sustainability. Examples from Connecticut and Florida demonstrate how Help Me Grow is becoming more deeply embedded in enduring systems. Photo Credit

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12 Nov · Lauren Till · No Comments

Dads Matter!

Fathers have a profound influence on their child’s language development. Check out this article which discusses the significance of dad – even for the youngest of children. Photo Credit From the article, we’re reminded that when dads spend time talking with their child, it makes a difference! Remember that even small moments, like diaper changes or baths, …

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5 Nov · Lauren Till · No Comments

Screen Sense

Check out this fantastic new resource from ZERO TO THREE regarding children and screen time! Photo Credit “Babies today are born into a world of digital devices. And parents are trying to navigate this new reality—specifically figuring out what role these new gadgets should play in the lives of their young children… To fill this critical gap, …

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16 Oct · Lauren Till · No Comments

“The Power of Town & Gown”

In his latest post, Dr. Paul Dworkin, founder of Help Me Grow and Director of the Help Me Grow National Center, has updated his blog regarding Help Me Grow Western New York and the College of Education of Niagara University. This is the first time a higher education institution is serving as the organizing entity for a Help Me …

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2 Oct · Lauren Till · No Comments

Safety for Children

Newborns quickly progress from infant to toddler and it’s important to provide a safe environment for them to thrive. Watching young children learn and grow is very exciting, but several precautions should be taken to avoid common, but often dangerous accidents. The National Safety Council has assembled a quick list of tips to avoid suffocation, …

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25 Sep · Lauren Till · No Comments

Infant Healthy Development & Nurturing Relationships

We all know infants need parents, but what impact do caregivers have on social and emotional health? Check out this post from Too Small to Fail on infant mental health: “When a baby cries for attention or smiles for the first time, he is communicating with the people around him so that they can help …

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18 Sep · Lauren Till · No Comments

Boost Activity with Music

Photo Credit The Learning Station has put together this great printable that explains what is going on in your child’s brain when she is engaged in music & movement, along with activities & techniques for enhancing learning opportunities. Click here to download a copy to share with parents & teachers! 

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11 Sep · Lauren Till · No Comments

Patriot Day

As this is a day to look back and honor the memory of lives lost, take advantage of the opportunity to teach young children the importance of history and the significance of patriotism. Photo Credit

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Help Me Grow Alabama is an affiliate of the Help Me Grow National Network and a program of the Alabama Partnership for Children.

 

Help Me Grow Alabama is funded by the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education through the Preschool Development Grant and the Alabama Department of Human Resources.

 

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