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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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Lost or Missing Children

This list provides information related to preventing children from getting separated from parents and caregivers, as well resources to support children who have gotten lost.
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Farm to School Programs

This list provides information about farm to school programs and how they can support young children with healthy locally grown food and nutrition education.
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Food for Thought

This blog describes how food can be a valuable component of Project Approach work in the classroom.