Early Learning Areas

A Place of Our Own shares ways for us all to help children acquire cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills, as well as nurture language and literacy development.  It's a TV show and web site all-in-one and their index is a great place to start!

http://aplaceofourown.org/topic.php?id=3#sub30

Hands-On Experiences

Early development blossoms with play; for the young set, it's essential! 

http://schoolsofthought.blogs.cnn.com/2012/06/14/my-view-let-preschoolers-kindergartners-play-to-learn/

HE Suggests Great "Read-alouds"

 In honor of Father's day I share what Alex Smith emphatically claims are perfect to read-aloud to young children........what a smart dad!  In honor of my father who was an author, I share the list.

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/47819132/ns/today-fathers_day_guide/#.T9vCL_nmU41

PBS Kids Lab

Visit for all-things related to PreK and early learning; it's ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators.  The latest information & research from Public Broadcasting related to social-emotional and academic success is a click away.

http://pbskids.org/lab

Book Look

Children's Books Guide is a complete resource for anyone interested in
children's literature.  An excellent site, it's also on Face Book.  

http://childrensbooksguide.com/