Standards for early learning (e.g., children ages 0-5; prekindergarten, preschool, and younger) vary widely in their technical quality and specificity. The Center on Standards and Assessment Implementation (CSAI) recently conducted a literature review to determine the landscape in early learning standards and science, specifically centered on the…

We know from science that how we think, learn, communicate, concentrate, problem-solve, and relate to others when we get to school and later in our lives depends in large part on the experiences we have and the skills we develop during the earliest days, months, and years. For this reason, ZERO TO THREE strongly urges states to emphasize the…

This document presents a compilation of selected Research Connections resources focused on subsidized child care and quality, including a summary of issues addressed in the literature and a listing of resources about the relationships among child care subsidies, program quality, and child outcomes, as well as resources on policy considerations…

Research (1972-74) concerning infant care and development is surveyed, supplementing an earlier review of literature on the same subject. The literature search was performed to provide materials which could contribute to the improvement of services to school-age parents with infants. Studies dealing with infant development (e.g., nutrition, early…

Research pertaining to infant care and development is surveyed for the purpose of providing information for the improvement of services for school-age parents with infants. Computerized searches were used to identify relevant materials dated 1967-72. Studies dealing with infant development (e.g., perception, conditioning, the infant-adult…

The bibliography of 90 items lists books and journal articles for professionals and parents on the topic of integration of early intervention programs. The list encompasses publications on program models, parental expectations, financial concerns, effects on development of handicapped and nonhandicapped children, social behavior, and educational…

This paper annotates research "stories" on the development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and is intended to be used by early childhood professionals as a basis for teaching parenting courses and helping families in stressful situations. The references are organized by topic area: (1) child abuse; (2) attachment; (3) fathering; (4) infant…

The bibliography lists books and journal articles which are available on loan (to Illinois residents only) from the Illinois Birth to Three Clearinghouse. The 79 items listed focus on many aspects of autism, such as diagnosis, possible genetic links, social and pragmatic deficits, sleep problems, developmental therapy, drug therapy, behavior…

This booklet compiles information on 16 screening instruments for young children. For each instrument, the following information is provided: (1) name; (2) publisher; (3) year published; (4) cost of kit; (5) cost per child/cost of forms; (6) age range; (7) domains tested (including cognitive, expressive language, receptive language, articulation,…

This bibliographic review aims to present a single comprehensive source of references to facilitate clinical application of data obtained on the vocal activity of normal infants and to facilitate continued research on prelinguistic vocal output. The bibliography cites the published observational, empirical, and theoretical reports that examine the…

Four topical bibliographies list materials held by the Illinois Birth to Three Clearinghouse which collects information of interest to parents, professionals, and policymakers on health, education, and development in infancy and early childhood. Bibliography number 18, "Materials on Home Care," contains 52 entries for books and journal…

Volume 1 in a projected series of four annotated bibliographies contains 1,085 entries published from before 1964 through 1971 on prevention and early care for young children (primarily under two years of age) afflicted with cerebral palsy or related developmental disabilities. Arranged alphabetically by author's name, listings usually include…

Volume 2 in a projected series of four annotated bibliographies contains 433 entries published from 1968 through 1972 on prevention and early care for young children (primarily under two years of age) afflicted with cerebral palsy or related developmental disabilities. Arranged alphabetically by author's name, listings usually include title,…

Volume 3 in a projected series of four annotated bibliographies contains 453 entries published from 1972 through 1973 on prevention and early care for young children (primarily under two years of age) afflicted with cerebral palsy or related developmental disabilities. Arranged alphabetically by author's name, listings usually include title,…

Offers practical information in chart and list format for presenting literature to infants and toddlers in group settings. Highlights include developmental characteristics; sample book titles to match to age characteristics; strategies for planning and presenting storytimes; related resources; and a bibliography. (Author/LRW)