Publications from Early Milestones

Presentation Resources

As we begin our presentations on the Principles of Ideal Learning, slide decks, handouts, and other resources may be added here.

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What It Looks Like to Promote Young Children’s Growth and Discovery: Stories and Resources for Early Education Leaders (New America, 2019)

Ideal Pathways: How Ideal Learning Approaches Prepare and Support Early Childhood Educators (Trust for Learning, 2020)

Ideal Learning in Principle & Practice (Trust for Learning, 2020)

Learning Through Play: Increasing Impact, Reducing Inequality (The LEGO Foundation, 2021)

For Parents: What to Look for in a Child Care Setting (Trust for Learning)

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Tools of the Mind

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HighScope

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Early Milestones Colorado is an independent nonprofit organization helping to advance innovative solutions that improve policies and practices in early childhood development. Early Milestones works with state and local partners to exchange ideas, share resources, and create lasting, positive change for children.

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Trust for Learning is a national philanthropic partnership investing in staff- and partner-led projects that advance equity in early learning by expanding Ideal Learning programs for all children.

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