The Children's Museum • The Kenneth and Marleen Alhadeff Exhibit Center • Seattle, WA

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FOR EDUCATORS: RESOURCES

	U.S. Department of Education National information about educational services, publications, resources, and research information for educators and parents.
	King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks Environmental Resources for teachers and students.
	Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) Portal to K-12 education for WashingtonState.
	New Horizons for Learning Information on well-researched teaching methods designed to assist all learning styles
	Seattle Public Library Access information on early literacy, tips for supporting your child with homework and recommended book lists for children of all ages.
	Talaris Talaris Research Institute seeks to advance a greater awareness of early brain development, promote effective parenting techniques, and enhance parent/child relationships.
	Born Learning We've gathered our best resources for parents—family-friendly activities, games, travel, and more— into one place. Dive in for online adventures for your whole family!
	Washington Association for the Education of Young Children The professional association for educators who work with children ages birth to 8 in Washington State. Find STARS information here as well.
	National Association for the Education of Young Children Information and resources for early childhood education. Focus is on quality programming for educational and developmental services for children birth to 8 years.
	Foundation for Early Learning The Foundation for Early Learning promotes best practices in early learning and school readiness for children birth through age five.
	Thrive By Five Provides grants and support to organizations that increase access to high quality early learning programs. Access early learning resources and find out what’s happening in our state.
	Department for Early Learning The Department of Early Learning (DEL) partners with parents, early child care providers and other early childhood specialists to help protect and nurture our children. Find information on licensing and training programs for early childhood educators.