Foundations of Inclusive Early Care and Education

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Preschool girl drawing with markers.

Thoughtful Teaching: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (PDF)


Three children looking at a book.

Inclusive Early Childhood Education (PDF)


Young girl putting her picture on a chore chart.

Increase Access: Universal Design in Early Care & Education (PDF)


Young girl using sissors


Assessment Basics: From Observation to Instruction (PDF)


Daily Transitions

Daily Transitions – Time for a Change (PDF)


Young girl with head down turning the pages of a book.

Word Play All Day – Early Literacy in Action (PDF)


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