I am reading a book on childbirth as part of my pet-interest in midwifery care and natural childbirth. In a portion of the book on the importance of early contact between mother and infant (including skin-to-skin, early breast feeding, kangaroo care and rooming in) the author cited an interesting study result. In a 1975 study from the Journal of Pediatrics looking at mother's and children allowed contact early and often immediately after birth showed - "[...] mothers who had experienced extra early contact with their babies spoke differently to their children at two years of age, asking more questions, adjectives, and words per proposition, along with fewer commands and content words"
Friday, December 9, 2011
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Saturday, March 26, 2011
Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference - April 15-16, 2011
The Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference will be held at the Colorado Convention Center on April 15-16, 2011. Check out these particular sessions in the program. Descriptions copied from Conference Abstracts.
Leading for Change in Early Childhood Education: Leadership Development
by Carolyn Elverenli, Joann Dalton, Ginger Maloney, Lynn Andrews
Friday April 15, 2011 9:00a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Leadership development in the field of early childhood education is an idea whose time has come. As the field enters a new era of brain research, broad based interest on the part of funders, and recent initiatives for professional development systems, the need for effective leadership is paramount. The Buell Early Childhood Leadership Program (BECLP) has developed a set of standards for leadership learning and application that is resonating with early childhood education professionals from across the state and in many types of programs and systems. Leading from every chair is a key concept in the BECLP. Through reflecting about strengths, beliefs, and experiences in early childhood education, participants will develop a vision of leadership for themselves in individual programs and settings. The process of action research will be presented as a tool for promoting positive change in local settings. Previous action research conducted by BECLP alumni will be used as real life examples of the possibilities for promoting positive change that result from employing this methodology. The participants will leave the session with concrete “calls to action” for themselves as leaders.
An Explorations of Children’s Rights to Participation: Children as Citizens of the Present
by Ellen Hall and Andrea Sisbarro
Saturday April 16, 2011 10:15a.m. - 11:45a.m.
This presentation considers children’s rights in practice, as opposed to a primarily theoretical treatment; it focuses on young children’s rights, and it emphasizes children’s rights from the perspectives of children themselves. This presentation illustrates the value of viewing children as competent and capable citizens, highlights children’s understanding of their rights and the rights of others, and focuses attention on the tensions between children’s right to protection and their right to participation.
Responding to the Pressures from Above: Getting to Early Childhood Outcomes in the Accountability Age
by Amanda Moreno, PhD and Kim Hartnett-Edwards, PhD
Saturday April 16, 2011 1:45p.m. - 4:30p.m.
First, we will discuss the results of a literature review examining methods of tying “teacher effectiveness” to student scores on standardized tests, and why the lack of consideration of developmentally appropriate practice is a concern in these initiatives. Second, we will use literacy as an example of how to marry “developmentally appropriate” and “outcome- oriented”. Participants will view video examples and engage in small groups and share-out sessions to discuss their experiences with accountability, and innovative ideas for real-world solutions.
Colorado’s New P-3 Professional Development Plan
by Ginger Maloney, PhD
Saturday April 16, 2011 3:30p.m. - 4:30p.m.
This presentation will introduce participants to Colorado’s newly approved P-3 Professional Development Plan and outline steps the state will be taking to implement the Plan. Since this plan has the potential to introduce significant change into the professional development system for early learning professionals, learning about the Plan’s goals, objectives, and process for implementation is important for practitioners and leaders throughout Colorado.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Why I taped 200,000 hours of my son's childhood - CNN.com
Why I taped 200,000 hours of my son's childhood - CNN.com
Check out this interesting article on language acquisition.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Early Literacy Workshop Through ALA Editions
The ALA Editions is hosting an online workshop entitled "Supporting Early Literacy through Language-Rich Library Environments"
The cost to participate is $50
More details can be found here: http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=3280
The cost to participate is $50
More details can be found here: http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=3280
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Booklist Spring Webinars
Booklist Online is hosting several free webinars this spring, including one on terrific new titles for youth audiences. The complete listing for the webinars can be found HERE.
Registration is free, but registration is required to participate.
Registration is free, but registration is required to participate.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Reach Out and Read Colorado Literacy Event
The non-profit organization Reach Out and Read is partnering with area libraries to host a literacy event. Check out the Denver Public Library Website for more details.
Join us for . . . Read and Romp Denver
Saturday, February 26, 2011
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
PPA Event Center, 2105 Decatur Street, Denver
Admission $10, children under 2 are free. Includes lunch.
Check out the literacy line-up! Spend some time with Frog and Toad and The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Eat the Alphabet and play I Spy! You and your kids will be enriched by this massive exposure to literacy.
Reading to an infant, a toddler, a pre-schooler, or a young child affords a multitude of benefits to children, parents, families and communities alike. Over time, you'll see the time spent reading with children taking positive effect. Shared reading promotes:
Join us for . . . Read and Romp Denver
Saturday, February 26, 2011
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
PPA Event Center, 2105 Decatur Street, Denver
Admission $10, children under 2 are free. Includes lunch.
Check out the literacy line-up! Spend some time with Frog and Toad and The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Eat the Alphabet and play I Spy! You and your kids will be enriched by this massive exposure to literacy.
Reading to an infant, a toddler, a pre-schooler, or a young child affords a multitude of benefits to children, parents, families and communities alike. Over time, you'll see the time spent reading with children taking positive effect. Shared reading promotes:
- Early brain development
- Emotional bonding and the parent-child relationship
- Language development
- Regular bedtime routines
- Early literacy skills
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