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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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Home Visits and Challenging Situations

This toolkit provides insights into common issues that may arise during home visits and suggests appropriate actions that home visitors can take to address these concerns.
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Infant Feeding and Nutrition

This resource list offers resources related to feeding and nutrition for infants.
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Troubleshooting Hearing Aids, Cochlear Implants, and HAT Systems

This tool kit provides basic troubleshooting suggestions for working with hearing aids, cochlear implants, and other common listening devices.