I2D2's Iowa Head Start Brief summarizes findings from a recent report which found that children who are dually enrolled in Head Start and Statewide Voluntary Preschool Programs had better academic and socio-emotional skills at the end of their preschool year.

The child care shortage is an economic issue for Iowa families, businesses, and taxpayers. In our Iowa Child Care Shortage Report, I2D2 data found that the shortage of child care costs parents, businesses, and taxpayers a total of $369 million dollars annually. 

2023 Kids Count Data Book - The 2023 publication of Kids Count Data Book presents the state of child care in the United States. The Data Book offers valuable insights into various aspects of child care, including economic well-being, education, health, and family and community. It also presents state rankings, allowing policymakers and stakeholders to identify areas of improvement and develop targeted strategies. 

What Does Trauma do to a Baby's Brain? Adverse childhood events can have long-lasting effects on children. The resource provided by Zero to Three explores the impact of trauma on babies and young children and offers insights on how adults, families, professionals, and research can play their part to mitigate its effects and support health outcomes for children.

Promoting Sustainable Data Use in State Program - Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago released a new toolkit to assist agencies in creating analytic capabilities with administrative data. The toolkit helps guide data culture and infrastructure for the public sector to apply routine, effective, and accurate sustainable data use into its practice.