Ross Thompson: Children’s Approaches to Learning
Listen to Ross Thompson as he looks into the Head Start ELOF and Approaches to Learning.
Doug Clements: Math is Fundamental for Development
Doug Clements discusses the ELOF and mathematical thinking.
Mary Louise Hemmeter: Social and Emotional Development – Research to Practice
Listen to Mary Louise Hemmeter as she discusses the ELOF and social and emotional development.
Andy Meltzoff: Cognitive Development
Listen as Andy Meltzoff discusses the ELOF. Learn ways to provide effective learning experiences that support cognition.
Research on the Go: “S” in STEAM
STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) is for everyone! Find out how to help programs recognize and facilitate opportunities for science learning with young children.
Research on the Go: “T” in STEAM
Technology is more than smartphones and computers; it's about designing and using tools. Discover how to help programs understand and support technology learning and exploration with young children.
Research on the Go: “E” in STEAM
Blocks are a great way for young children to build engineering skills, but they aren't the only way. Learn more about creating environments that support engineering skills and encourage curiosity.
Research on the Go: “A” in STEAM
Art, just like science, technology, engineering, and math, is a way of thinking, creating, understanding, and communicating. Explore how early art experiences support development across learning domains.
Research on the Go: “M” in STEAM
Stereotypes about who is "good at math" are everywhere. Discover how to help shift the narrative and find strategies for helping even the youngest learners embrace their inner mathematician.
Linda Espinosa: Scaffolding the Assets of Dual Language Learners
Hear from Linda Espinosa about ways to apply the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (ELOF) to children who are dual language learners.