In a recent episode of the Brain Architects podcast, our Chief Science Officer, Dr. Lindsey Burghardt, spoke with Dr. Rebecca Spencer, a researcher on the science of sleep, about why sleep is so essential during early childhood. Listen here: https://t.co/krYaMOZtzz

Historic & current policy decisions have led to an unfair distribution of opportunities & risks across children's neighborhoods—but new policy decisions can promote fairness, ensuring children have environments that support healthy development. Learn more: https://t.co/vUHhwe4ctt

Join the Center on the Developing Child and the FrameWorks Institute on October 8 at 2 PM ET to discuss strategies for communicating the powerful links between place, racism, and early childhood development. Register here: https://t.co/dKHPiiB5k0

When wildfires burn homes and cars, lead and other toxic metals can be released into the air. In a new episode of the Brain Architects, hear why wildfires have become a growing concern for children and what communities can do to reduce exposure: https://t.co/NyiIGoJeEG

The impact of a child's environment on their development—and the many ways that racism shapes unequal conditions across those environments—must be taken into account to design better policies and programs that help all children thrive. Learn more here: https://t.co/vUHhwe4ctt

A review by Dr. Jack Shonkoff & Dr. Natalie Slopen in @PNECJournal finds childhood exposure to social adversity is linked to later cardiometabolic health risks. It shows why improving children's social & economic circumstances matters for lifelong health:

The Center’s Founding Director, Dr. Jack Shonkoff, joined The Do One Better Podcast to discuss why early childhood development is a foundation for a healthy society & why science, policy & communities must work together to support children & caregivers. 🎧 https://t.co/Oo2a9GGiqi

Climate change is reshaping the environments where children are growing up—impacting their health, learning, and well-being now and for years to come. Yet children are often left out of the #climate conversation. Read our new report for more: https://t.co/KF36rHLkYt

#Climatechange is affecting children’s development—yet this reality is largely absent from public conversation, leaving critical gaps in understanding & action. A new report offers strategies to enhance understanding & build support for protective efforts.

Young children are exposed to more indoor air pollutants and are more affected than most adults. Our new At a Glance resource breaks down what indoor #airquality means for early childhood development + offers practical steps to protect children's health.

In yesterday’s webinar, Protecting Young Children from the Impacts of Wildfires, we explored how #wildfires affect children’s health and development—and what communities can do to reduce exposure and support healthy development. 🎥 Watch the recording

Wildfires are becoming more frequent & intense, and their smoke can travel thousands of miles—posing risks to children & caregivers far beyond fire zones. Join us on Sept 8 for a live webinar to discover steps to protect children & caregivers: https://t.co/WU9Fb15Wed

Hey, New York — Brian thinks he's our new CFO. We gave him a stage to prove it.

As this sweet video shows, toddlers love a good conversation 🥰 These back-and-forth exchanges w/ caregivers—known as “serve and return”—help build language skills, strengthen relationships & support healthy brain development. Read more https://t.co/6pvMdD6EKI 🎥 TikTok: @joeejr

Research shows that #wildfires can leave behind dangerous lead-contaminated soil. Chief Science Officer Dr. Lindsey Burghardt & ECSCEE Council Member Dr. Kari Nadeau co-authored a perspective calling for soil testing & stricter standards to protect kids.

As students return to classrooms around the country, it’s a helpful reminder that learning and health go hand in hand—both built on a strong foundation in early childhood. 🎥 Watch our video, How Early Experiences Affect Lifelong Health and Learning:

Wildfire smoke increasingly affects the daily lives of Americans & presents a major threat to the health & development of children. The good news: a wide range of strategies exists to help protect children & caregivers. 🗓️ Join us on Sept 8 to learn more: https://t.co/WU9Fb15Wed

Wildfire smoke is becoming an increasingly common part of childhood in many parts of the US—traveling thousands of miles & remaining toxic. Join us on Sept 8 for a live discussion on how it affects young children & what the LA Fire HEALTH Study is learning

Child-adult relationships that are responsive, with lots of back-and-forth interactions, build a strong foundation in a child’s brain for future learning & development. 💡Learn more about serve and return & find strategies to support caregivers & children: https://t.co/KsD9obyWVP

The earliest years lay the groundwork for all future learning, behavior, & health. Serve and return interactions & supportive developmental environments are essential for building a strong foundation. 🧠 Explore our Guide to Brain Architecture for more.

Children’s #executivefunction and self-regulation skills grow quickly in the early years, and it’s important to adapt activities to match the skills of each child. Find a variety of activities to practice executive function skills, organized by age group: