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Child growth and development: Language and communication

Supporting play—and learning—throughout early childhood by Louise Parks, Summer 2020.
Building numeracy: Understanding numbers and how they work by Louise Parks, Spring 2020.
Talking with children about germs by Louise Parks, Spring 2020.
Class meetings: A place for social-emotional growth by Virginia Tucker, Winter 2019.
Building science knowledge with picture books by Louise Parks, Fall 2019.
Nurturing imagination through preschoolers’ play by Renee de Assis, Fall 2019.
Art development in young children: Scribbles matter by Louise Parks, Summer 2019.
Language development, Back to basics, Spring 2019.
Literacy for the young child, Early Childhood Intervention, Spring 2019.
Listening and hearing: Encouraging language in after-school programs by Amanda Andrews and Karen Petty, Winter 2018.
Fostering oral language in inclusive preschool classrooms by Rachel Greenroy and Karen Petty, Fall 2018.
Shy or not? Common misunderstandings about possible language disorders by Shann Hwa Hwang, Wendy K. Lee, and Isaiah M. Hwang, Summer 2018.
Infant games for building cognitive skills, Spring 2018.
Ask a question: What kind of answer? Winter 2017.
Are flannel boards out of style? Winter 2017.
Why parents want their young children to learn two languages by Tracey K. Hoffman, Fall 2017.
Deaf education: A primer by Barbara Langham and Mari Hubig, Summer 2017.
How do children learn language? By Amy Johnson, Spring 2017.
The concept of zero: How to teach nothing, Winter 2016.
Language development delays, Back to basics, Winter 2016.
Creating a caring community of learners, Fall 2016.
Pairing picture books and creative arts to build literacy and community by Holly Carrel Moore, Summer 2016
Children’s imaginary companions: Dispelling myths and rumors by Melissa McInnis Brown, Spring 2016.
Eight questions all teachers ask about guidance by Louise Parks, Spring 2016.
Infant caregiving: How to be responsive, Spring 2016.
Giving STEM a place in early childhood classrooms by Louise Parks, Winter 2015
Tips for preventing challenging behavior, Early Childhood Intervention, Winter 2015.
Tips for talking with children, Winter 2015
Writing to communicate: Start young by Barbara Langham, Winter 2015
Developmentally appropriate technology in my classroom—But how? By Sharon Hirschy, Summer 2015.
Exploring clouds: Activities for the classroom by Cathy Abraham, Summer 2015.
Ten songs that work: Using YouTube videos in early childhood classrooms by Sarah Mercado, Spring 2015.
A day in pictures by Adam Akerson, Winter 2014.
The sensory table: Land of a thousand experiences by Louise Parks, Winter 2014.
Difficult conversations: “Why does that man use a wheelchair?” by Miki Henderson and Nancy Stockall, Fall 2014.
The importance of creative arts in early childhood classrooms by Hannah Mills, Summer 2014.
“But when will you teach them to read?” by Anita Spainhower, Spring 2014.
Create hands-on learning manipulatives to enhance basic skills by Donna R. Sanderson, Spring 2014.
Houses: Activities for exploration, Winter 2013.
Nonverbal communication: A quiet path to children’s engagement by Mi-Hwa Park, Winter 2013.
Supporting children’s literacy development: A collection of authentic tools by Elizabeth Stephens and Kimberlee Spencer, Winter 2013.
The importance of play in the preschool classroom by Karen Sue Sussman, Winter 2012.
Inspiration from one toddler classroom: The basics of the Reggio Emilia approach by Jentry Hammond, Bridget Walsh, and Sherry Waugh, Winter 2012.
Let the elves and fairies come out to play by Barbara Langham, Winter 2012.
The teacher’s role in child-directed play by Genan Anderson and Anita Spainhower, Winter 2012.
Regulating children’s excitement: Strategies that support emotional development by Mi-Hwa Park, Fall 2012.
bullet How to refer children with suspected hearing loss, Early Childhood Intervention, Spring 2012.
bullet Reflecting children's cultures and languages in Ms. Macy's early childhood classroom by Hyunju Lee, Spring 2012.
bullet Deserts: Expand your learning oasis, Winter 2011.
bullet “I want my mommy,” Guiding children at naptime by Ramona Freeman and Courtney Wright, Fall 2011.
bullet Puppets: Make them and use them, Fall 2011.
Talking with children about eggs, Fall 2011.
Developmental stuttering: A transition between early talking and eloquent speech by Kate Anderson, Summer 2011, page 24.
Talking with children about water safety, Summer 2011, page 18.
Language development, Spring 2011, Back to basics, inside front cover.
Crying babies: Answering the call of infant cries by Melode Faris and Elizabeth McCarroll, Fall 2010, page 14.
Talking with children about the sun, Summer 2010, page 32.
Infant nursery games: Standing the test of time, Spring 2010, page 10.
Promoting cultural and linguistic diversity: Supporting bilingualism in the early childhood classroom by Melissa Cavaluzzi, Spring 2010, page 2.
Talking with children about germs, Spring 2010, page 32.
Talking with children about their bodies, Winter 2009, page 18.
Discovering the power of the pen: Awakening the author within by Rebecca Giles and Karyn Wellhousen Tunks, Fall 2009, page 24.
Putting the power in action: Teaching young children “How to” write by Rebecca Giles and Karyn Wellhousen Tunks, Fall 2009, page 28.
Language delays and impairments, Back to basics, Summer 2009, inside front cover.
Developmentally appropriate child guidance: Helping children gain self-control by Will Mosier, Spring 2009, page 2.
Family diversity in children’s literature by Elaine Garcia, Spring 2009, page 10.
Help children learn to read: Connect popular culture print to classroom instruction by Debbie Vera and Nancy Compean-Garcia, Spring 2009, page 24.
Identify hearing loss early, Back to basics, Spring 2009, inside front cover.
I can read too! Making and using dual language books in the classroom by Maggie McGuire and Helen Berg, Winter 2008, page 16.
Don’t rush me! Let me play! Developing writing skills through play by Stephen Garretson and Karen Petty, Summer 2008, page 24.
Bears in the classroom: Picture books that matter, Spring 2008, page 12.
More than just baby talk, Spring 2008, page 32.
Effective transitions smooth a busy preschool day, Winter 2007, page 16.
Ouch! Biting hurts, Summer 2007, page 2.
Too old for read-aloud books? Never!, Spring 2007, page 18.
To say or not to say: Using better language choices to guide children, Winter 2006, page 18.
Early literacy: The essentials, Part 4: Supporting and assessing emergent reading and writing, Summer 2006, page 2.
Snip, clip, and learn: Using old magazines and newspapers in the early childhood classroom, Summer 2006, page 12.
Early literacy: The essentials, Part 3: Phonological awareness and the alphabet, Spring 2006, page 2.
School-age care: Support literacy with fun activities, Spring 2006, page 8.
Early literacy: The essentials, Part 2: Sharing books and asking questions, Winter 2005, page 2.
Library center, Back to basics, Winter 2005, inside front cover.
Revisiting Bloom's taxonomy: Asking better questions, Winter 2005, page 40.
Early literacy: The essentials, Part 1: Beginning conversations, Fall 2005, page 2.
Language development, Back to basics, Fall 2004, inside front cover.
Putting children in charge of reading, Fall 2004, page 38.
Quarreling: An important part of social development, Summer 2004, page 2.
Publishing children's writing: Why and how, Winter 2003, page 32.
Use the flannel board for storytelling and more, Winter 2003, page 40.
Literacy: Creating a print-rich environment, Fall 2003, page 10.
Smart talk: Improving children's oral language, Summer 2003, page 38.
Famous threesomes: Uncommon uses for common stories, Spring 2003, page 8.
Yes, Michael: Reflections on how inclusion can build social skills, Spring 2003, page 24.
Getting preschoolers ready to read and write, Winter 2002, page 16.
Moving to literature, Summer 2002, page 12.
Read it again: Choosing and using children's books, Spring 2002, page 2.
list of classic children's books, Spring 2002, page 8.
Craft activities with rebus charts, Winter 2001, page 40.
Hearing, Back to basics, Fall 2001, inside front cover.
Sign language, Ask ECI, Fall 2001, page 17.
From scribbles to stories: Supporting writing development, Summer 2001, page 2.
Library center, Back to basics, Summer 2000, inside front cover.
Infant brain development: Making the research work for early childhood programs, Spring 2000, page 2.
Reflections on reading and writing poetry, Spring 2000, page 10.
Toddler language development, Ask ECI, Spring 2000, page 9.
Books by the gerbil cage, Winter 1999, page 24.
Understanding and preventing toddler biting, Summer 1999, page 12.
Planning curriculum for infants, Spring 1999, page 2.
Books, boxes, and imagination, Winter 1998, page 37.
I want my blankey, Winter 1998, page 18.
Talking with children about water, Fall 1998, page 35.
Bringing together families and books, Summer 1998, page 2.
Finger plays and action rhymes-for infants and toddlers, Summer 1998, page 38.