Is your crawling or walking baby driving you bonkers as they bop around your house, getting into anything and everything constantly? 😵‍💫 Well, this turns out to be an important part of their cognitive development! Learn more from I-LABS: youtu.be/52YpUZhS73g?fe…

In a new study lead by Dr. Allison Master, researchers found that both girls and boys felt like computer science and engineering is “for boys.” The good news is, they didn't feel that way about math and science. Read more: pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pn…

New research alert! Led by Dr. Allison Master, studies suggest that not all STEM stereotypes are the same. Watch to learn more!

Transform the future of early learning at the 2025 Infant Toddler Institute! Join education leaders nationwide for three days of intensive professional development. Featured keynote by Dr. Patricia Kuhl. June 10-12, Portland, OR. Registration: bit.ly/iticonference2…

Want to learn about early language development? Join Beth Zack tomorrow for this free webinar exploring the research behind early language development and how to support the language skills of infants and toddlers. Register here: event.on24.com/wcc/r/4610887/…

Learn more about our latest research on gender stereotypes and STEM in this "Essential Read" from Psychology Today. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psyche…

Staying focused, switching tasks, and problem solving are all important practices in early childhood. Join Amelia Bachleda this Thursday to explore the science behind executive functioning in preschoolers and how to support their learning. Register here: event.on24.com/wcc/r/4611112/…

Imitation is a powerful learning tool. Children learn about the world by watching and learning from what other people do and say. Learn tips and strategies for modeling behaviors you want children to learn. buff.ly/3Qslqp7

Math is a natural part of children’s play. Adults play an important role in guiding their interest and enjoyment. Find out how you can support early math skills in this free learning module! modules.ilabs.uw.edu/module/early-n…

Did you know speaking 2 or more languages reduces your risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease? Learn how to support the little multilinguals in your life in our Celebrating Multilingualism guide for parents: modules.ilabs.uw.edu/wp-content/upl…

Curious to learn more about the brain-boosting power of bilingualism? Check out our module on bilingual language development! modules.ilabs.uw.edu/module/bilingu…

Dr. Kuhl kicked off the Infant Toddler Institute in Portland, OR with a fascinating keynote on early language learning and the brain. Her expertise and insights into the incredible developing minds of babies was an inspiring start to this gathering of early learning leaders!

Fathers play an important role in early language development. Research from I-LABS finds that Latinx dads use “parentese” with their baby at the same rate as Latinx mothers. And the more parentese dads used? The stronger their children’s language skills. ilabs.uw.edu/i-labs-news/la…

Last week, I-LABS' Marie Baeta, along with April Bippus and Krissy Walker from the Washington Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth led a session at the Infant Toddler Institute about the benefits of using American Sign Language in early childhood. Thanks to all participants!

Celebrate World Day of Music with us! Can you guess which song this artist was illustrating? Want to try this yourself? Follow the link for a simple and fun way to explore music and art with small children. buff.ly/krL5mAg

From astronauts to rockstars, preschoolers' imaginations are boundless. Register for this free webinar exploring how dramatic play supports development and provides insight into children's amazing inner world: buff.ly/iSRsP06

I-LABS' Dr. Christina Zhao was recognized as a finalist for the prestigious NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award in a ceremony in Zurich, Switzerland. Congratulations Dr. Zhao! buff.ly/RZaleq5

Tired of reading the same book again and again, or picking up the spoon for the 100th time? Well, hang in there! Babies love these repetitive games and they do actually build connections in their brain! Try simple ways to expand these seemingly mundane moments to extend the play!

Ready to play your way through summer? Check out this video series the I-LABS Outreach team helped create for some fun ways to boost learning through play. buff.ly/Ri0YNiv

Babies are the world's best language learners! Did you know that they begin to learn language before they are even born? Explore infants' incredible language learning journey in our free learning module. buff.ly/TJej0PS