The Illinois Early Learning Project is a source of evidence-based, reliable information on early care and education for families, caregivers, and teachers of young children in Illinois.
What’s New on IEL?
Celebrating 25 Years of IEL (2001-2026)
We are celebrating 25 years of the Illinois Early Learning (IEL) Project. This timeline recognizes IEL’s long-standing history and major accomplishments achieved over the decades.
The Fire Truck Project
Wilder-Waite Elementary is one of five elementary schools in the Dunlap School District, serving students from Early Childhood through 5th grade. The Fire Truck Project took place in a full-day kindergarten classroom consisting of 20 students, ages 5–6, supported by Ashlei Steffan, classroom teacher, and Jenny Dobra, classroom aide.
Technology Play in the Preschool Classroom
Do you ever wonder how technology is impacting our youngest learners? We only have to observe them in their play, specifically dramatic play, to see what they are absorbing about current technology in the world around them.
