It’s #SleepAwarenessWeek! Children who get enough sleep at night perform better in school and experience fewer behavioral issues. Discover how to form a bedtime routine and detect sleeplessness in children: buff.ly/2UM9DXc

Check out The Impact of Stress (via smore.com) smore.com/8au29-the-impa… iwu_earlychildhood

Had a great time volunteering today at the BCSC food pantry! They provide food, clothing, and other necessities to families in their school system throughout the year! iwu_earlychildhood

Learn to recognize signs of child abuse and what to do by watching this intro to the iLookOut for Child Abuse Head Start mandated reporter course: buff.ly/3IXnM9c #ChildAbusePreventionMonth

The issue of Adverse Childhood Experiences needs to be spotlighted. Toxic stress in children due to ACE’s can cause lifelong issues, for both their mental state and their physical state. Let’s work together to help give children a better future! #ChildrenCanThrive iwu_earlychildhood

Here’s a good illustration of some different outcomes that could result from ACEs. The longer ACEs aren’t brought to the forefront, the longer this cycle will be prolonged. #ChildrenCanThrive iwu_earlychildhood

This month, create awareness about child abuse and neglect in your community. Explore this resource to help guide your decision-making and find tips to file a report safely where domestic violence and child maltreatment may be a concern. buff.ly/2Nhd4mZ #CAPM2022

This #EarthDay, spend time outside with your children and try some nature-based learning activities! Check out these 25 easy ideas for nature play here: buff.ly/2DUd70m

Express, don’t stress! Help children learn how to recognize and name their feelings — it can make a big difference in how they deal with life’s challenges. Here’s a tip sheet: buff.ly/3vxgQLh #SEL #CAPM2022

I absolutely LOVED volunteering at Sheltering Wings today! They are an organization that provides housing and support for families who have been in an abusive situation. An absolutely wonderful facility, and such a noble cause. iwu_earlychildhood

Take care of yourself so you can take care of others. Notice your feelings, take a break, and use these simple tips to reduce stress: buff.ly/31oUjoU #MentalHealth

Check out our free access Journal article that gives specific, concrete suggestions about how to build and maintain a welcoming, representative, and inclusive environment for diverse families in schools. Read now: bit.ly/3pwCNbv #DEI #earlychildhood #ECE #PrideMonth

Effective teaching means individualized learning for all. Using Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, we create inclusive environments where every child can access, participate, and succeed. #DisabilityPrideMonth

Engaging in “thick” conversations with children is one of the best ways to boost their learning! 🧠✨ Discover tips on how to chat meaningfully with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers!

Teachers everywhere are preparing for back to school and there’s no better time than now to brush up on your knowledge of the #ScienceOfReading and #StructuredLiteracy practices to help all students learn to read, spell and write! Four years ago, in summer 2021, I started a #SOR