Annotated Book List sorted by age in months -A great list of books for toddlers, broken down by age (in months).

Learning to Read and Write Begins at Birth- A brochure for parents on the importance of early learning. Offers 5 easy steps to reading and writing success.

Working Together for Kindergarten Success- A guide for parents on how to prepare their children for kindergarten, including things they need to know about kindergarten readiness, and transitioning from home to the school setting.

Reading Tips for Parents- Parents can make reading with their children part of the daily routine. Reading together in the evening can become an important part of the bed time ritual. Here are some additional suggestions for making reading together a pleasurable experience.

What Children Like in Books- Suggestions fo what to look for when choosing books for young children. Children are excited by books that speak to them and their experiences. They love familiar sights and stories, but also love novelty and challenge.

Developmental Milestones of Early Literacy- Motor and cognitive signs parents can look for when reading to their infants. Also gives tips on what parents can do to help the child engage in early literacy activities.

Encourage Baby's Thinking Skills 0-12 months- Tips on what parents can do to encourage their baby’s thinking skills. 0-12 months

Encourage Baby's Thinking Skills 12-24 months - Tips on what parents can do to encourage their baby’s thinking skills. 12-24 months

Encourage Baby's Thinking Skills 24-36 months - Tips on what parents can do to encourage their baby’s thinking skills. 24-36 months

Support Baby's Learning and Language Skills 0-12 months - What parents can do to support their baby’s learning and language skills. 0-12 months

Support Baby's Learning and Language Skills 12-24 months- What parents can do to support their baby’s learning and language skills. 12-24 months

Support Baby's Learning and Language Skills 24-36 months - What parents can do to support their baby’s learning and language skills. 24-36 months

Getting Ready for School Begins at Birth - How to help your child learn in the early years.

The Importance of Early Literacy- What parents can do and what books they can read- Explanation of importance of early literacy, what parents can do, and what books they can read.

Bridges to Literacy: Early Routines that Promote Later School Success - Great article for parents discussing school readiness and ways in which caregivers can promote later academic success.

Everyday Ways to Support Your Baby's and Toddler's Early Learning -Your baby is learning—about you, himself, and the world around him—from the moment he enters the world. This chart gives you some ideas of the many ways you can support your child’s early learning through your everyday activities.

Family History Projects for You and Your Grandchildren -The following projects are perfect starting points for passing on your history and having fun with your grandchildren. In fact, the AARP suggests getting the grandchildren to help “so they can learn and start to connect the past and present.”

Preschool Prep: Preparing Your Toddler for Preschool-.  Learn what you can do to make this big transition easier for your child.  You'll also find a timeline for all the things that need to be done to prepare for preschool and guidance on saying a "good good-bye" on your child's first day.

Supporting Early Math Skills- Learn what grown-ups can do to nurture early math skills in children from birth to three. And no—it doesn't require brushing up on your algebra. You'll see how everyday activities and routines provide ample opportunities for counting, sorting, and problem-solving.

INTERACTIVE School Readiness Tool-a web-based, interactive learning tool designed to help parents and caregivers support their young children's early learning.  You'll find age-based information on how children develop the four key skills—language and literacy skills, thinking skills, self-confidence and self-control—that are critical to later school success. 

How Does Play Encourage Literacy?- An information guide for parents on how early play contributes to the development of their child’s early learning and literacy skills.

Baby Cues: A Child's First Language-An informative set of 52 cards including 46 colored photo cards that illustrates and explains behavioral cues commonly seen in infants and young children, plus a fold-out instructional booklet and six sorting cards. Each card includes a different photo with an explanation on the back explaining the type of cue (engaging or disengaging) and the intensity (subtle or potent). The 20 minute video illustrates baby cues includingclustering of cues, hunger cues,satiation cues, states of arousal and more. Also available in DVD form.

Developmental Milestones of Early Literacy- Age-appropriate chart of motor and cognitive signs parents can look out for while reading to their children. This is a good resource for physicians to hand out to parents.