Drawing from the advice of evidence-based informational resources can help caregivers in turn help build the cognitive, social, and emotional growth of very young children.
These resources seek to promote interactive play, physical activity, language-rich environments, and hands-on learning experiences to foster neural development, enhance problem-solving skills, build physical capacity, and strengthen relational and socio-emotional health among infants, babies and toddlers:
Printable resources:
“I GAIN!” Carer Card (Spanish)
“I GAIN!” Carer Card (Haitian Creole)
Download “#ScreenFreeEarlyYears: Little Minds, Big Futures. A Parent’s Guide to Raising Screen-Free Babies“
Be Tech Wise With Toddler | American Speech-Language-Hearing Association(ASHA) and the Screen Time Action Network
Baby Play Ideas (PDFs):
Videos:
Nurturing Your Baby Without Screens Video Series with Sue Atkins
Nurturing Your Baby Without Screens: Introduction
Emotional Security Through Presence
Building a Screen-free Environment
The Trouble with Electronic and AI Toys
Conclusion: Small Changes, Big Impact
The Japanese Way to Build Strong Brains Early (Science-backed)
Reports:
International Guidelines
German Media Management Guidelines
Group, Family and Community Activities:
From Lynne Kenney, Pediatric Psychologist:
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