There are still several different types of family-friendly early learning materials available at no cost for PA early learning programs (including Early Intervention and evidence-based home visiting programs), kindergarten classrooms, afterschool programs, and other programs who reach families with young children (like pediatricians and dentists!).

Click here to request materials to distribute to families with young children.

DOH, DGS, and PEMA are collaborating to right-size the current PPE stockpile for future COVID-19 and public health emergency purposes, and to ensure partners have sufficient quantities of PPE to protect against a likely fall/winter resurgence of COVID-19.

Kids don't need a big outdoor space to move their bodies. Check out some tips below for getting moving in everyday areas.

September 15th to October 15th marks the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans enriching our nation.

Now, more than ever it is important to address issues of race and bias in early childhood settings. Children notice race at a very early age and can begin to categorize people according to skin color.

Separation anxiety and the behaviors that manifest from it are specific to each child. Educators must honor the differences in each child and the culture of the school or center where they work when partnering with parents to help a child cope with separation anxiety.

Preschool classrooms tend to be organized chaos, with 15-20 young students presenting with different needs while their teachers valiantly attempt to prioritize who comes first.

Ever notice how often young children walk and talk? Dialogues of planning, negotiating, and sometimes sharing of inner thoughts often happen while children are walking. Tom wonders at the implications for the classroom.

October 19th through 23rd, 2022 The idea behind the Essence of Play Summit is to bring diverse perspectives and share knowledge and wisdom that will change and enhance the dialog about play as a catalyst for equity. We want to engage in conversations about the meaning of play in early childhood ecosystems and communities.