NAEYC

Blog

Five diverse children smiling at camera

You are here

Home / Resources / Blog

Welcome to our Blog! 

The NAEYC blog aims to increase general awareness and engage the public in thoughtful discussion around topics and themes related to early childhood education. We share NAEYC initiatives and explore what’s new, upcoming, timely, or topical in the early childhood field.

We have expanded the focus of the blog to also include content that families might find useful. Tip: to view blog posts intended for families only, use the “Refine” box to the right and click on the box  next to "NAEYC General" and then select “For Families Blog”.

Teacher helping students to write
Blog
May 24, 2019

Just the Facts: America for Early Ed State Fact Sheets

It’s our pleasure to introduce NAEYC’s America for Early Ed State Fact Sheets to help you talk with policymakers about what’s happening in early childhood education and for early childhood educators.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Lauren Hogan
Members Only
Teacher and parent talking
Blog
May 10, 2019

Early Childhood Educators, Together We’ve Got Your Back!

Here are just a few of the many ways that NAEYC and the Affiliate network are working for you out in the world, while you work for the children and families in your communities.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Lucy Recio, Gwen Simmons
Members Only
Tinkering objects
Blog
April 22, 2019

Making and Tinkering at Home

Read about how this author helped her 4-year-old daughter create a tinkering space at home.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Julia Luckenbill
Members Only
YPAC members at Public Policy Forum
Blog
April 17, 2019

Beyond “Thanks and Recognition”: Elevating Early Childhood Educators

Every year, NAEYC’s WOYC and NIEER’s State of Preschool Yearbook bring attention to early childhood education, celebrating what we do, and sharing research on how far we have to go. This year, both organizations included a focus on ECE professionals.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Lauren Hogan, Steven Barnett
Members Only
Woman on computer
Blog
April 15, 2019

Introducing Hot Topic Discussion Groups on Hello!

We are excited to introduce our new hot topics in the field discussions on HELLO, which will make “jumping in” and adding your input just a little bit easier.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Lark Sontag
Members Only
Three children smiling
Blog
March 29, 2019

Leading With Equity: Early Childhood Educators Make it Personal

We are excited to share a summary of the event held in July 2018, “Leading and Working Toward Equity: Leadership Summit”, which includes attendee reflections and actions from after the event. Read the report and learn more about our Equity initiative!

Authored by

Authored by: 
Amy O'Leary, Rhian Evans Allvin
Members Only
Cotrainers Dr. Nili Luo and Dr. Lea Ann Christenson with a group of teachers, directors, and investors from China
Blog
March 20, 2019

Addressing Quality and Access: China Looks towards DAP

As China and other nations around the world move to incorporate DAP into their early education approach, NAEYC has developed customizable trainings to address the needs of ECE professionals from diverse backgrounds.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Dakota Saunders
Members Only
Advocates at Early Ed Rally
Blog
March 13, 2019

NAEYC on the President's FY2020 Budget Request

Two weeks ago, NAEYC brought 350 early childhood educators to Capitol Hill to meet with their elected officials about the importance of growing the bipartisan investment in high-quality child care and early learning.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Lauren Hogan
Members Only
Ed Zigler outside his office at The Zigler Center 2005 – Diplomas (Wall of Fame)
Blog
February 12, 2019

On the Passing of Edward Zigler

Ed Zigler was a man of passion, of dedication, of consummate intelligence, and of incredible street smarts. He was a man who knew what he wanted to get done, and he did it.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Sharon Lynn Kagan
Members Only
Three girls playing in leaves
Blog
February 6, 2019

Nature-Based Mindfulness for More Calm & Peaceful Kids

As children explore and observe nature, they become more aware of, and empathetic to, the plants and animals who share the natural world. Try these nature-based mindful activities indoors or outdoors with your tots!

Authored by

Authored by: 
Monica Wiedel-Lubinski
Members Only
Diverse group of students sitting in a classroom
Blog
January 22, 2019

Innovation in Refugee Children’s Education

At NAEYC’s 2018 Annual Conference, a highlighted session by Sesame Workshop and the International Rescue Committee, shared the most recent and innovative early childhood education initiatives for young children affected by the Syrian refugee crisis.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Dakota Saunders
Members Only
Preschool children in circle in classroom
Blog
January 15, 2019

Watch and Share for Child Care!

Here's how the Child Care and Development Block Grant funding is making a difference in each state, and why Congress must do more to make quality, affordable child care a reality.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Lauren Hogan
Members Only
Teacher and three preschool students with hands in air
Blog
January 10, 2019

A New Home for NAEYC!

Because you are a member, we want to communicate directly with you about an important decision our National Governing Board has made regarding our strategic real estate plan.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Amy O'Leary
Members Only
Child playing with rocks
Blog
January 2, 2019

Spotlight on Games—Kindness Rocks!

As early childhood educators, we often have stories to tell about our own children as we play and learn with them at home. Here is a story from Julia Luckenbill about her family’s experiences with a rock hiding and finding activity.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Julia Luckenbill
Members Only
Teacher and students with hands up
Blog
December 23, 2018

A Death in the Family: Helping Young Children Understand

Supporting children and their families as they cope with the death of someone close to them is never easy. If you ever need to support a child at such a time, I encourage you to refer to this list of resources.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Michael Coventry
Members Only
Parent teacher conference
Blog
November 13, 2018

Five Easy Ways to Build Authentic and Genuine Relationships

The easiest way to help support effective behavior management is through authentic relationships with your students. Here are some ideas you can use to build real relationships with children and families in your program.

Authored by

Authored by: 
Colleen Schmit
Members Only

Refine

Topic

Advertisement