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Podcasts are a great way to explore early childhood education topics on the go.  The Illinois Early Learning Project will continue to add new audio content that can be streamed or downloaded to your device.

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Teaching in a Classroom Where Many Languages are Spoken

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What is the Pyramid Model?

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Mixing Early Math and Social Studies within Preschool Classrooms

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Food Allergies and Young Children

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AAC and Belonging: Communication and Friendships

child drawing on paper while looking at leaves

Building Literacy Through Reggio Emilia Inspiration

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Anti-Ableism in Preschool: How Do We Talk About It?

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Teaming in the PreK Classroom: Strategies to Help You Work Well Together

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Nature-Based Preschool: Ideas for Your Classroom

Mother and daughter reading

The Science of Reading in Preschool: What Is Helpful in Pre-reading?

child and doctor

Developmental Screenings for Young Children: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know

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Too Much Tech: Screen Time and Families

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Making and Keeping Friends for Young Children with and without Disabilities

Woman and children at a table with masks on

Families, Social-Emotional Learning, and the Pandemic

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Parenting During a Pandemic

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Childcare During COVID-19: Two Parents’ Perspectives

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Childcare During COVID-19: A Teacher’s Perspective

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Childcare During COVID-19: A Director’s Perspective

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Implementing the Project Approach in Inclusive Classrooms

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Including Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities in Child Care

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An Introduction to Montessori Education

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Supporting Children with the Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Preschool Classrooms

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The Impact of Trauma on the Lives of Young Children (Part 2)

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The Impact of Trauma on the Lives of Young Children (Part 1)

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Listening to Family Voices in Early Childhood Programs

child scientist

Process Play and STEAM: Getting Started

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Diverse Families and the Transition to Kindergarten

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Language and Literacy in Inclusive Early Childhood Programs

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Inclusive Early Childhood Programs: How One School District Creates a Place for All Young Children

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Transformative Early Childhood Education: An Interview with Dr. Kathleen Gallagher

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Supporting Young Children’s Friendships: An Interview with Dr. Michaelene Ostrosky