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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Additions to the Family: Help Young Children Prepare
Families add new members in several ways: the birth of a baby, adoption, fostering, or welcoming relatives who need a place to stay. Such situations will affect children already in the family, and they may need support to adjust.
Food Allergies and Young Children
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Ruchi Gupta and Sarah Valaika from the Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR) about caring for children with food allergies in the early childhood classroom.
Creating Reggio Emilia-Inspired Classrooms
This Q&A gives educators answers to questions about building optimal Reggio Emilia-inspired early childhood classrooms.
Here a Chick, There a Chick!
The Here a Chick, There a Chick! project took place in an inclusive preschool classroom in Elmhurst, Illinois.
Swimming
This resource list provides information on swimming lessons and swim safety for young children.
Developing Strong Teacher-Child Relationships
This Q&A gives educators answers to questions about teacher-child relationship building in the early childhood classroom.