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Make-believe play is an important part of a research-based curriculum and practices you use every day. The sky is the limit as children create play experiences to explore scenarios from their world and beyond!

Did you know that experimenting with rhythm connects music, math, and culture? Model musical exploration, share in the joy, and follow children’s interests with types of music and ways to express themselves..

Take a nature walk and roll! Children and adults might be walking or rolling around in a stroller, buggy, or wheelchair. All ways of moving are wonderful, and we encourage choosing a pathway that works for everyone.

Staff can use this information to plan and carry out open ended, joyful play activities with children enrolled in Head Start programs.

Read a concise overview of the changes to the Performance Standards.

This final rule strengthens the ability of Head Start programs to recruit and retain qualified staff, improve wages and benefits, and provide consistent quality programming for the children and families they serve.

The Building a Culture of Safety Campaign features resources and in-depth support to help Head Start programs address concerns that affect the safety of children and staff.

Explore this three-module course to learn about the knowledge, skills, and practices family services professionals need to engage in the family partnership process and goal setting with families.

These episodes of Teacher Time highlight the joy of teaching and learning with preschool children. Learn practical strategies to engage in guided play, observation, and intentional teaching. 

Explore sustainability strategies that can help programs thrive in the face of anticipated and unexpected opportunities and challenges.