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.
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Noticing Signs of Voting in our Community
Voting is an important part of our democracy. During an upcoming election, there are signs of voting all around us. We can help children notice and learn about voting.
They Said “No” … Now What?
Sometimes children can have a difficult time hearing “no” from a peer. Adults can help these children use communication strategies to become more resilient with their friends.
Teaching Multilingual Early Learners
Families and professionals may wonder about the differences among instruction models used to teach multilingual early learners. This tip sheet provides information about two common language models.
