When we think about teaching nature and science, we might imagine older children doing experiments or looking through microscopes. But did you know that even babies and toddlers can begin to explore the world of nature and science? It all starts with the materials we give them and the words we use.Read More

Welcome to the “Let’s Talk Quality” blog feature where we spotlight a member of the Pennsylvania Program Quality Assessment (PQA) Team each month. Have fun getting to know our team!Read More

Addressing behavioral challenges in students can be one of the most sensitive aspects of an educator's role. When behavioral issues arise, it’s essential to approach the situation thoughtfully and collaboratively, particularly when working with parents.Read More

Happy Holidays from the PQA team!Read More

Welcome to the “Let’s Talk Quality” blog feature where we spotlight a member of the Pennsylvania Program Quality Assessment (PQA) Team each month. Have fun getting to know our team!Read More

Early childhood teachers have a very important job in helping young children grow and learn. But sometimes, their own fitness can be overlooked.Read More

The ITERS-3 is a program observation instrument used to assess the quality of care in environments for infants and toddlers, from birth to 36 months.Read More

In a world that often feels increasingly complex, teaching kindness to preschool children might seem like a simple task, but it carries profound significance.Read More

Welcome to the “Let’s Talk Quality” blog feature where we spotlight a member of the Pennsylvania Program Quality Assessment (PQA) Team each month. Have fun getting to know our team!Read More

Social-emotional development includes the ability to interact and have positive, meaningful relationships with others. It enables children to recognize, express, and manage their emotions and appropriately respond to others' emotions. Young children rely on adults to help them manage emotions and learn and practice these new skills.Read More