“I got slapped growing up, and I turned out fine.” “My parents hit me when I deserved it,  and I learned my lesson.” Sound familiar? These phrases are deeply embedded in our culture, passed down

When we think about the future of our society, safer neighborhoods, a stronger economy, and more equitable opportunities—it might be surprising to learn that one of the most effective places to start is with toddlers

  As someone deeply passionate about early childhood development and currently training at Santa Rosa Junior College, I often get asked: What makes a high-quality early learning environment? One of the strongest answers from research