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State-Based Resources

States are incubators for innovative ideas and often set the trends about which policy strategies build momentum and which do not. Learn what your state is doing to support very young children and how infants and toddlers are faring by visiting your state’s page below.

Each page includes articles highlighting state policies and initiatives that support infants, toddlers, and their families. They also include the State of Babies Yearbook: 2019 State Profile, where you can learn how your state measures up on indicators related to Good Health, Strong Families, and Positive Early Learning Experiences.

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Dad Talk: Strengthening Connections with Fathers and Families
How to center and support fathers in their work, programs, and communities.… In recognition of Father’s Day, this Virtual Member Event explores insights from ZERO TO THREE leaders and partners working to strengthen father engagement across diverse communities. Together, we reflect on what it takes…
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Word Wonders: A Free Early Literacy Curriculum
Children can learn about language through everyday play. Download our complete preschool early literacy curriculum, activity guide and songs.… Home Build Early Literacy Skills Through Play Strong early literacy skills help children enter school ready to learn and support success throughout life.Word Wonders is a…
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Screen Time Tips: 5 Questions to Guide Decisions
Explore simple screen time tips to balance your child's media use with healthy development, play and social interactions.… Home Leer en español. Key Takeaways Every child responds to media differently. Balance screens with sleep, play, and relationships. Use the 5 C's to guide media choices.…
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AI and Early Childhood Development: Frequently Asked Questions
Experts address frequently asked questions about artificial intelligence (AI) and early childhood development.… Home Leer en español. Key Takeaways Relationships matter most. Young children learn and thrive through responsive interactions with parents, caregivers, educators, and peers—not AI tools.Prioritize safety and privacy. Choose AI tools carefully,…
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For Babies, Every Decision Matters: Legal Advocacy in Child Welfare
Learn how legal advocacy in child welfare can help babies and toddlers receive the support, services and stability they need… Home Leer en español. AuthorKimber Navarette, JDTraining and Technical Assistance Specialist Key Takeaways Legal advocacy is most effective when it is collaborative and relationship-centered.Early childhood…
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Give Babies the Strongest Start in Life: Federal Mandatory Programs Matter
Learn how federal mandatory programs like CCDF, TANF and SSBG help babies and families access essential services.… The first three years lay the foundation for lifelong learning, health and achievement. In this time of rapid brain development, every moment matters, and any service delay is…