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Blog Subscribe to the Foundation for Early Learning's blog for the latest in early education news, highlights and success stories. 2010-03-08T19:05:30-06:00 766ab0034704733107e7e7b74042d857 fatsyndication $222,000+ for Early Learning! http://plone.org/ b863b380f119bbb7d4bcf2a16957d83c Jenna the Office Manager here with an exciting announcement about our luncheon last Friday! We raised more than $222,000 for early learning, all thanks to YOU! Thanks so much for your support! Please read Vaughnetta's letter from the day, below. Here's to another 10 years of success! Jenna Barrett 2010-03-08T18:59:37-06:00 2010-03-08T19:05:30-06:00 Spring Book Recommendations http://plone.org/ b4a67a90bd237de68115dd48aaf3f806 I love the promise of March! Seeing everything green up makes me think of my yard and garden and that enthusiasm finds its way into my story times. Here are some of my favorite springy picture books and some activities you can share with a child or group of children in your life. Joel Ballezza 2010-03-01T14:30:00-06:00 2010-03-03T14:26:21-06:00 A Recent Conversation http://plone.org/ c3dd647f3ac77712ede1343291f14d4c I recently had the following conversation with another early learning professional Erin Okuno 2010-02-08T16:37:20-06:00 2010-02-09T10:21:31-06:00 New Communications and Community Engagement Intern http://plone.org/ 3eafdab5482f99ad312b7f1f87afecf9 Good morning! This is Evette Jasper checking in on my first day as the Communications and Community Engagement intern for the Foundation. I'm very excited to join the team in supporting high quality early learning and care opportunities. Evette Jasper 2010-02-05T12:10:01-06:00 2010-02-05T12:10:01-06:00 A Special Thank You to Dr. Meltzoff http://plone.org/ 0d2d010d4d39b106a0aae20d9ed5476e While we will miss his guidance, we will continue to rely on his leadership in the field of brain development and early learning as co-director of the University of Washington I-LABS. The staff and board are grateful that he will remain involved with the Foundation through our Board of Ambassadors. Vaughnetta 2010-02-02T11:57:53-06:00 2010-02-03T13:29:42-06:00 New Dental Resources for Families http://plone.org/ 150b41bfa91f9a3ed0e6db87ba1ca07a Dental health is an important part of a child's overall health and success in early learning. To celebrate Dental Health Month this February, consult the new dental resources for professionals on ParentHelp123.org, a program of WithinReach. Joel Ballezza 2010-02-02T10:42:41-06:00 2010-02-03T12:19:04-06:00 Early Learning at the Small and Rural Library http://plone.org/ 9ad45a2add4e3bbdaa69028632bb8582 There are wonderful perks to raising a child in a small and rural town (great local food and mountains out your back door!), but there are some challenges, especially in the realm of early learning. Thankfully, the public library can help fill the early learning gap. Joel Ballezza 2010-01-29T14:21:38-06:00 2010-02-03T14:41:08-06:00 Apply to Participate in Northwest Folklife's Commons http://plone.org/ 2cb5ae026f4c12ef9c0dc4748f4f4eed Northwest Folklife is looking to add some new programming to Folklife Commons for the 2010 festival (May 28th-31st). The Folklife Commons is a family-friendly area located in the green space south of the Space Needle and east of the Pacific Science Center. The Folklife Commons includes: Joel Ballezza 2010-01-28T16:03:19-06:00 2010-01-28T16:18:52-06:00 House Early Learning Testimony http://plone.org/ a3deb6922f78366725435082254af095 Yesterday several early learning bills were heard in the House Early Learning & Children's Services Committee. Many early learning supporters turned up to testify. While I wasn’t able to be there I watched the testimony online and was pleased to see so many people testify. Erin Okuno 2010-01-20T19:17:27-06:00 2010-01-21T11:02:17-06:00 Calling all early learning supporters! http://plone.org/ d420059df9b1919f91e65742b7194bf0 Foundation for Early Learning is looking for a few terrific volunteers to lend a hand on the day of our 10th Anniversary Leadership Luncheon. The Luncheon is planned for Friday, March 5th at the Westin Hotel on 5th Avenue in downtown Seattle. Joel Ballezza 2010-01-14T18:41:36-06:00 2010-01-20T09:24:59-06:00 We've already received 688 orders already for our Getting School Ready booklets! http://plone.org/ d34dd6264b8d904c2e27f208bcf04435 Our Getting School Ready booklets offer parents from multiple cultures simple tips on how to ensure their kids are healthy and ready for school. In total for half of a fiscal year, we've distributed 25,459 booklets in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Somali, Korean, Russian and Cambodian... Joel Ballezza 2010-01-14T16:43:53-06:00 2010-01-21T11:40:56-06:00 Creating a Safety Plan for the New Year http://plone.org/ 1028b20679dbfa37109f521042e04911 A new year approaches. It is historically a time of organizing and planning ahead. The time is also perfect for putting into action, a simple safety plan for your family. It is easier than you think! What’s important Joel Ballezza 2010-01-14T13:03:34-06:00 2010-01-14T13:03:34-06:00 Stages of Play from Childrens Home Society of WA http://plone.org/ 6a1690c850bc3e8012d9886118ab9b38 As children grow, they progress through very distinct stages of play. Babies are interested in people and their surroundings primarily as a means to develop their senses, gain control over their bodies and to begin to understand how to interact with people. Joel Ballezza 2010-01-14T12:57:43-06:00 2010-01-14T13:04:45-06:00 Culture for Kids: Seattle Area Rich with Opportunities to Raise Global Citizens http://plone.org/ 380b439ea946216e851b2451a1442007 We live in a culturally-diverse city, where heritage and differences are honored and valued, but how do we make the most out of what we have? Integrating language and culture into our children’s lives helps them connect to others both in their own community and also in the greater world. Joel Ballezza 2010-01-14T12:52:45-06:00 2010-01-21T11:42:58-06:00 Q & A with Sarah Borgida, Program Officer http://plone.org/ 647d5c98a2cce1922d21b125544a56b6 Each year at the Foundation, we grant over $300,000 to support the learning of children birth through age five. As Program Officer, I work closely with grantees during the application process. Below are questions about our grants and services that I often hear. Sarah Borgida 2010-01-05T09:40:54-06:00 2010-01-05T16:14:45-06:00