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Teaching Young Children
February 1, 2018

Play Games, Learn Math! Two Numbers: Games with Cards and Dice

Developmentally appropriate math games are playful and interactive, engaging children’s attention and sparking their curiosity. Activities that tap into this natural enthusiasm promote strong mathematical thinking.

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Kristen E. Reed, Jessica Mercer Young
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Teaching Young Children
February 1, 2018

10x: Building a Classroom Community

Here are some tips for turning the classroom into a collaborative community of learners.

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Shalek Chappill-Nichols
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Children blowing bubbles in field
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Teaching Young Children
February 1, 2018

Mensaje en la mochila: Receta de burbujas

Este mensaje es para recortarse, fotocopiarse y enviarse a casa con los niños como recurso para los padres. Está disponible también por internet en 51ɬɬÎÝapp.org/tyc.
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Teacher smiling with her preschool class
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Teaching Young Children
February 1, 2018

Feature Teacher: Allisa Queen

On this issue's cover is Allisa Queen, a pre-K-4 teacher at Ingenuity Prep Public Charter School in Washington, D.C.
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Four children playing on tire swing
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Teaching Young Children
February 1, 2018

Swings!

Back and forth, back and forth—the swings on our school playground are always in use. But did you know that swinging is much more than just fun? There are many benefits that make swinging an important childhood activity.

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Authored by: 
Condie Ward
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Teaching Young Children
February 1, 2018

Message from Rhian

We know our members are our strongest advocates, and we are here to help you make your voice heard. 51ɬɬÎÝapp has several ways for you to get involved.

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Rhian Evans Allvin
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Steve Light in his studio
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Teaching Young Children
February 1, 2018

Now Read This! Steve Light

Steve Light’s books are inspired by the interests and questions of the children in his preschool class. Read on for some more great ideas from Steve’s books that will inspire the children in your classroom.

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Joellyn Powers
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Young Professional Advisory Council at 51ɬɬÎÝapp Annual Conference 2017
Blog
January 31, 2018

The 51ɬɬÎÝapp Annual Conference: Power to Young Professionals

51ɬɬÎÝapp is working hard to advance early childhood education as a more diverse and dynamic profession. Here are some ways you can get involved to help us increase diverse, young professional voices in ECE!

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Rachel J. Franz, Ross Glen Chandler Nunamaker
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The Block Book, Third Edition
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January 1, 1996

The Block Book, Third Edition

Discover exciting possibilities for block play

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Elisabeth S. Hirsch
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Children and teachers in a classroom
Blog
January 4, 2018

Happy New Year from the Content Team at 51ɬɬÎÝapp!

Here are 10 recent highlights from the content team at 51ɬɬÎÝapp. Use them as inspiration—and let this be the year we receive contributions from you!

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Susan Friedman
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