This document details the strategic plan of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development to address disparities in health and developmental outcomes among Americans, particularly between and among racial and ethnic groups. Following a description of the plan's development, scientific areas of interest, and important themes, the…

Noting that new research shows that a baby's earliest years shape how he or she grows later in life, this brochure, in English- and Spanish-language versions, provides brief answers to some important questions parents may have about their baby's brain. The questions answered are: (1) "Why is brain development a popular subject lately?; (2)…

Constructive-developmentalism is a theory of learning that incorporates two major concepts: (1) that students construct knowledge by organizing and making meaning of their experiences, and (2) that this construction takes place in the context of students' assumptions about and creation of knowledge. A gap often exists between instructor and…

This study examined the role and participation of facilitators, family members, and friends in the person centered planning process for youth with disabilities. It examined the participation of 10 youth (ages 18-21) with developmental disabilities who took part in Whole Life Planning processes through observation of 34 organizational and planning…

This brief guide presents principles and suggestions to help individuals who are deaf-blind enjoy and benefit from participation in recreational activities. Some considerations discussed are to: (1) start with the individual and determine what he or she is interested in, focusing on the selection of safe, age-appropriate activities; (2) research…

Spatial thinking is a cognitive skill that can be used in everyday life, the workplace, and science to structure problems, find answers, and express solutions using the properties of space. It can be learned and taught formally to students using appropriately designed tools, technologies, and curricula. This report explains the nature and…

The value of school savings banks is widely recognized. School saving develops the child's individuality and self-responsibility, causing them to consider the earning value of money, and to understand it as a comfort factor and a power for good. The following topics relating to school savings banks are discussed in this bulletin: (1)…

Advocates that science can be a path to the greatest fulfillment and self-actualization of man and discusses the importance of studying human values in science teacher education. (JR)

Described the effect music implementation has had upon the curriculum of an open school. (RK)

The purpose of this paper is to consider the function and the use of lists of objectives prepared by someone other than the learner. (Author)

A narrative of the author's experiences as a participant observer of a senior high school class, focusing on his relationship with one student who applied to Yale and was accepted. (JM)

This study is supportive of other studies which indicate that human relations training results in lasting rather than temporary personal growth. (Author)

Article suggests the development of learning experiences as a way to open levels of learning for all children. (Author/RK)

This article delineates predivorce counseling, divorce counseling, and post-divorce counseling. The author suggests that the term Marriage counselor'' is too restricted and advances the term marriage and divorce counselor'' as a replacement. (Editor)