Long Beach City College Child Development Department

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“My brain is growing faster right now than it ever will again.”
– Baby Joshua

Joshua is full of energy, laughter, and curiosity. His mom, Trisha, knows the little things like snuggles, bedtime songs and banana breakfasts are shaping his future.

But not every baby gets the same strong start. And not every parent has the support they need to give it.

Believing in babies means investing in the relationships, moments, and care that fuel early brain development. Because love and connection in the first years change everything.

Join the movement. Help more babies thrive: https://bit.ly/4txHq4n

Happy International Day of Play! 🌟 🎈

From infancy on, play is an important part of a child’s life. For babies and toddlers, simple, playful interactions with adults support brain development, the foundations of lifelong health, and the building blocks of resilience. Play is also a great way for children to practice and strengthen executive function skills, including focusing their attention, improving their memory, and developing basic self-control.

If you're looking for simple games for children of all ages, check out our play-based handouts here: https://bit.ly/4h4kPFF

UNICEF

✨ : June 7, 1943: Nikki Giovanni

📚A selection of children’s books by Nikki Giovanni:

📖A LIBRARY, illus. by Erin K. Robinson, Versify (2022)

📖I AM LOVED, illus. by Ashley Bryan, Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books (2018)

📖ROSA, illus. by Bryan Collier, Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)(2005)

📖THE SUN IS SO QUIET, illus. by Ashley Bryan, Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)(1996)

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