Parent Resources & Family Education
The following trusted resources offer valuable information on child development, parenting, health, wellness, and Reggio Emilia and Montessori-inspired learning.
Child Development & Early Learning
Harvard Center on the Developing Child: Research-based resources focused on early brain development, resilience, executive functioning, and lifelong learning.
Zero to Three: Expert guidance on infant and toddler development, behavior, sleep, social-emotional growth, and family relationships.
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC): Articles and resources on early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practice.
Parenting Support
HealthyChildren.org: Trusted information from the American Academy of Pediatrics on health, safety, nutrition, behavior, and development.
Child Mind Institute: Resources focused on emotional well-being, learning differences, mental health, and positive parenting strategies.
Reggio Emilia Resources for Families
North American Reggio Emilia Alliance (NAREA): Resources, publications, and educational information about the Reggio Emilia approach.
Reggio Children: Official organization representing the educational experience of Reggio Emilia, Italy.
Recommended Books: Bringing Reggio Emilia Home – Louise Boyd Cadwell; The Hundred Languages of Children – Carolyn Edwards, Lella Gandini & George Forman; Beautiful Stuff! Learning with Found Materials – Cathy Weisman Topal & Lella Gandini.
Montessori Resources for Families
American Montessori Society (AMS): Parent-friendly articles and resources about Montessori education and child development.
Association Montessori Internationale (AMI/USA): Information about authentic Montessori principles and practices.
Recommended Reading: The Montessori Toddler – Simone Davies; The Montessori Baby – Simone Davies & Junnifa Uzodike; The Montessori Child – Simone Davies & Junnifa Uzodike; Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius – Angeline Stoll Lillard.
Health & Wellness
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene: Information on child health, immunizations, family services, nutrition, and wellness.