Home page Information Inspiration for Early Childhood Care Learning Providers Explore Our Topics Language Literacy Math Numeracy Art Music Celebrating Diversity Healthy Snacks Recipes Family Engagement Supporting SocialEmotional Development Printable Resources Inclusion Special Education Educator SelfCare Leadership TeamBuilding Seasonal Activities New Featured April Showers Activities Books for Exploring Learning About Rain The Spring season brings lots of rainy days offering opportunities to engage young children in activities and conversations that explore raindrops rain clouds weather changes and more. In this article we share rainthemed STEM and art activities as well as stories about rain and rainy weather fun that you can enjoy with the little ones in your care. Tip Sheet for Supporting Early Literacy Skills from Bilingual Generation Early literacy skills are foundational to ongoing learning enjoyment and success and early exposure to books and stories helps children learn new words sounds concepts and images. This free printable resource from Bilingual Generation highlights important foundational literacy skills such as book handling and story comprehension and offers strategies that educators and early learning professionals can use to support children in building these skills.