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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Surveys for the Win! Building Investigation and Language Skills
This blog describes how surveys are a powerful Project Approach activity for helping children feel important, smart, and capable. Survey work is engaging and empowering and supports so many areas of learning and development, most critically in language.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Early Childhood Education
Learn more about generative artificial intelligence (AI) in early childhood education and explore curated resources.
Gardening with Young Children
Explore resources about planting and gardening with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
