The journey from sounds to language is an intricate process that begins in infancy. Learn about the ways infants begin to translate sounds to language.
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Problem Solvers: A Free Early STEM Curriculum
Children can learn about math, science and engineering through everyday play. Download our complete preschool and early STEM curriculum, activity guide and songs.
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Maternal Mental Health and Prenatal Brain Development: A Proven Link
Various factors can contribute to poor maternal mental health and research shows that impacts babies even before they are born.
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The Best Early Childhood Conferences of 2024-2025
We asked early childhood leaders for their recommendations on the best early childhood conferences of 2024, and here are the ones that rose to the top.
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Buzzwords Explained: Breaking Down Common Terms in the Early Childhood Field
In this series, ZERO TO THREE's subject matter experts tackle common terms and topics in the early childhood field.
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What do mental health issues in young children look like?
Babies and toddlers can and do suffer from mental health problems caused by trauma, neglect, biological factors, or environmental situations.
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Why is child care so expensive?
The cost of infant-toddler care is a significant concern for many families across the country. Here are the top five reasons why child care is so expensive.
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The Case for Better Compensation of Early Educators
Despite the immense importance of their work, early childhood educators often face inadequate compensation and undervaluation in society.
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What does trauma do to a baby’s brain?
Trauma can greatly impact the developing and vulnerable minds of young children aged 0-3. However, the impact of trauma can vary depending on some key factors.
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Yes, Mental Health Includes Babies
The perinatal period and a baby's first few years of life are critical for lifelong mental health.
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Strengthening Families with Infants and Toddlers: A Policy Framework for States
States can implement a continuum of formal and informal community-based prevention and intervention strategies to reach all children and families that need support.
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22 Statistics You Need to Know About Childhood Brain Development
The first three years of a child’s life are the most pivotal, and also the most vulnerable when it comes to childhood brain development.