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Preparing for School Success in Early Childhood

Parents and caregivers are the first to have an influence on a child’s development and future academic success. To help ensure children are ready for school, caring adults can do much to develop their early math, science and pre-literacy skills. Through MSU Extension’s early childhood education programs, parents and caregivers are equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to enhance children’s skills in these important areas and to become their best resources and advocates. Trainings available for parents, caregivers and childcare professionals in this area enhance math, science and literacy development in early childhood.

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    Tools and programs to help adults make important decisions about a child's school readiness and resources for helping children build communications, math, science and reading skills.

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  • Preparing for School Success in Early Childhood
  • Family Education and Support
  • Social and Emotional Health in Young Children
  • Life Skills Education for Adult Volunteers Working with Youth
  • Healthy Youth
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