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November 14, 2024
Parents, teachers, care providers, and lawmakers generally agree on at least one thing: Reading is important for children. When parents read to their children, they can help their kids develop language and vocabulary skills and lay the foundation for them to learn, grow, and thrive long into the...
October 23, 2024
Election Day is almost here! Voting gives a voice to families, care providers, and educators who want to improve the lives of children in Massachusetts and across the country. Learn about the key issues in early education and care today and, when Election Day arrives, how you can make the most of...
October 18, 2024
Last month, Edward Street hosted our 13th Annual Day of Play Family Festival at Worcester's Elm Park. Our festival included more than 60 activities and main stage performances. Focused on teaching children essential life skills, these showcased the power of play for learning. This year's festival...
September 19, 2024
Growing up, when I was asked what I wanted to do when I was older, I always responded with “I want to help others.” I was unsure what this would look like in action, but in my freshman year at College of the Holy Cross, I reached some clarity. I realized I was interested in psychology and wanted to...
September 9, 2024
Want to get outdoors, enjoy time with family and friends, and engage in learning activities that are fun for all ages? We've got you covered! Edward Street is hosting our 13th annual Day of Play Family Festival on Saturday, September 14 at Worcester's Elm Park. Here's everything you need to know...
August 29, 2024
Can math be fun for children, teachers, parents, and caregivers? Absolutely! Today, the Young Mathematicians (YM) project at global nonprofit Education Development Center (EDC) provides engaging, interactive mathematics games to promote math skills development among young children in Worcester...
August 22, 2024
Focused on listening, learning, and innovating in early education and care, the Healey-Driscoll Administration's Early Education and Child Care Task Force is giving a voice to parents, educators, and care providers in Massachusetts. As part of its efforts, the interagency task force has hosted 14...
August 8, 2024
A picture is worth a thousand words and can be used to express a wide range of emotions — just ask the teachers and children at the Guild of St. Agnes , a Woo-Labs partner and the largest private nonprofit childcare agency in Worcester. In the fall of 2023, three teachers provided 26 children...
July 31, 2024
How should children spend their after school and out-of-school time (ASOST)? Research suggests ASOST programs can provide children with safe, healthy environments where they can grow academically, cognitively, emotionally, and socially. However, access to these programs is sometimes limited in...
July 24, 2024
The first years of a child's life are crucial for their long-term physical, social, and emotional development. Exposing a child to positive experiences and environments and stable, caring, and interactive relationships with adults sets them up for success as they grow. With community resources,...