Serve and return

Overview
About the project
Why it is important?
Background
Future of the project
The New ABC
About the new ABC
Peer education program
Molly Wright
There is hope!
Epigenetics
Resilience
Learn the signs. Act Early
Brighter beginnings
Quality early childhood education
Resources
Nadine Burke Harris
3 Principles to Improve Outcomes for Children and Families-video
Serve and return
Example video to model for First 2000 Days
Our playtime
Love Talk Sing Read Play
Times like these
Links
Parenting for Brain Development and Prosperity
Thrive by five
Summary of the project
Bringing up great kids
Raising children
Supporting research
Files
Copy of a blue book
How to support children (and yourself) during the COVID-19 Outbreak
3 Principles to Improve Outcomes for Children and Families
The First 2000 Days Framework
Photo Albums
Serve and return interactions shape brain architecture. When an infant or young child babbles, gestures, or cries, and an adult responds appropriately with eye contact, words, or a hug, neural connections are built and strengthened in the child’s brain that support the development of communication and social skills. Much like a lively game of tennis, volleyball, or Ping-Pong, this back-and-forth is both fun and capacity-building. When caregivers are sensitive and responsive to a young child’s signals and needs, they provide an environment rich in serve and return experiences. Learn more about Serve and return