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Talking with children during transitions builds the brain systems they use for communication and learning....
The kitchen is one of the best places to build brains through conversation!...
Support a child’s communication even before they start using words!...
The 14 Talking Tips are research-based techniques for increasing conversational turns with children aged 0-5....
Open-ended questions are great for encouraging talk and increasing conversational turns!...
Early talk is more than just the research. We also want to emphasize putting research into practice....
How can you spark conversation during story time with the infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in your life?...
Help young children feel valued, confident, and ready to learn!...
Use these tips to help organize your space, choose materials, and present children with inviting learning environments that support quality conversations....
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Free Webinar: Redesigning Support for New Teachers

What if the key to a stronger early childhood workforce isn’t just better hiring — it’s better beginnings?
New research from LENA, in partnership with Porter-Leath in Tennessee, reveals that the first months of a teacher’s career are pivotal — not just for retention, but for informing quality, confidence, and long-term growth.
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June 10 at 1:00 p.m. ET

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