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Teaching Kids How to Give Back after a Disaster Strikes

These days, it’s impossible not to know about the disasters that strike our communities, our nation, and our world. For…

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At 4:30 pm on Thursday September 13th, two children waited to be picked up from Esther Brea’s family child care…

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Every parent has big dreams for their children. A great education, good, reliable friends, a future filled with opportunity —…

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Research has proven over and over the power of play to support children’s growth into healthy, productive adults. Unfortunately, for…

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Miguel came to the mainland US from Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, seeking a better life. He made his way…

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When he was just 12 years old, hunger and homelessness were taking its toll on Lucas and his schoolwork. A…

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Home is as much place as it is a sensation, especially for children. It’s where your family is, where you…

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Imagine this. At Elizabeth Peabody House, an early childhood education center in Somerville, the summer heat leaks through an old roof,…

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It’s so important that our children get the best start in life, with nurturing, stimulating experiences beginning as early as…

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Like a permanent marker, a high-quality early education makes an indelible impact on the healthy brain development of young children.…

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