Are all types of families welcome in your early childhood program? Every child deserves to see their family reflected and celebrated in their early learning environment. When children know their family structure is valued and respected, they develop stronger self-regard and confidence. In our most recent webinar, "Growing Confident Learners," Early Childhood Consultant and Licensed Psychologist, Dr. Barbara Stroud, emphasizes this idea: "Self-understanding is supported or undermined by community. First in the parent-child relationship, but then in my larger community. That community can be my neighborhood, my family system, my school. How are others receiving me? Do I feel connected to community?" Stream the replay of "Growing Confident Leaners" >>> https://hubs.la/Q03nNL6_0 (fb)

Did you know? A young child’s self-esteem is linked to how many conversational turns they experience. Yep, simple, positive back and forth conversations with children birth to five nurture a healthy sense of self-confidence. Learn how LENA Grow participation has played a big part in boosting children's confidence in this report! Find it here >>> https://hubs.la/Q03nNw--0 (fb)