Talking to Students and Families About Increased Immigration Enforcement

To mitigate stress among students, encourage families to have open discussions with their children about the current situation. Remind them that they are probably hearing about these issues from adults and children around them and that it is best if children are able...

Incorporating Play into Your Home: FAQs

Want to incorporate more play into your family’s routine? Wondering if play really helps kids develop? Play is essential for children’s development. Numerous studies have demonstrated that play reduces children’s stress and provides socioemotional benefits that...

What is Family Math?

I bet you’ve heard of family literacy, but have you heard of family math? It’s all about incorporating math concepts and interactions into the everyday activities families do with their children. Research shows that having math conversations in our...

School Options in Massachusetts

The Public School System provides all children who live in the U.S. with a free education. A core value in public education is equal opportunity for all students. Families have responsibilities education, including sending their children to school. Every school in the...

Powerful Parents

For Black History Month, I’ve been reading about the impact that African American parents and self-advocates have had on both racial desegregation and disability rights. One mother I keep thinking about is Lucille Bridges, whose brave young daughter Ruby was...

Winter Activities for Young Children

Wintertime and the holidays can be busy, joyful, and stressful times for parents of young children. Here are some holiday resources that we find especially helpful this year! Holiday Learning Ideas  The National Association for the Education of Young Children offers...