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Our tool kits are designed to assist families, teachers, and caregivers as they support young children. The resources include links to IEL items, along with materials and articles from other reliable sources.

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Big Tech and Small Children

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Challenging Behaviors in Young Children

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Child Development

Child putting a cord in an outlet

Childproofing Your Home

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Creative Arts for Young Children

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Curriculum Modifications

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Developmentally Appropriate Practice

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Early Intervention: Resources for Families, Childcare, and Early Childhood Teachers

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Helping Young Children Get Ready to Read

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Inclusive Practices and Remote Learning

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Kindergarten Tool Kit

Kindergarten Tool Kit

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Make a Mess and Explore STEAM

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Play

Preschool Attendance Tool Kit

Preschool Attendance Tool Kit

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Resource Directory for Illinois Families with Young Children Experiencing Homelessness and Housing Insecurity

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Returning to Early Childhood Programs During COVID-19

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Supporting Families with Young Children Experiencing Homelessness

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Supporting Young Children’s Friendships

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Uncertain Times

About IEL

The Illinois Early Learning Project Web site is a source of evidence-based, reliable information on early care and education for parents, caregivers, and teachers of young children in Illinois.

Funded by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

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