The ELOF framework is designed to show the continuum of learning of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. It is grounded in comprehensive research around what young children should know and be able to do during their early years.

In this Teacher Time season, learn about effective teaching practices to support children's development and learning in the ELOF domains. Each webisode focuses on one domain and selected sub-domains.

Listen to Ross Thompson as he looks into the Head Start ELOF and Approaches to Learning.

Doug Clements discusses the ELOF and mathematical thinking.

Listen to Mary Louise Hemmeter as she discusses the ELOF and social and emotional development.

Listen as Andy Meltzoff discusses the ELOF. Learn ways to provide effective learning experiences that support cognition.

Children are learning math every day in Head Start programs across the country. Watch these videos to see how teachers encourage their math development.

Children are learning math every day in Head Start programs across the country. Watch these videos to see how teachers encourage their sorting skills.

Children are learning math every day in Head Start programs across the country. Watch these videos to see how teachers encourage their spatial awareness.

Children are learning math every day in Head Start programs across the country. Watch these videos to see how teachers encourage their early number development.