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Culture and Language

Head Start programs are committed to recognizing and respecting the culture and language of the children and their families.

Programs emphasize the strengths of each children’s individual culture and language and holding high expectations for all. Administrators, teachers, providers, caregivers, and families can use these resources to promote a positive experience for all children.

Focus on Phonological Awareness

Learn how to use the Planned Language Approach (PLA) to promote phonological awareness for children in your program. Explore the research and the development trajectory for these skills in children ages birth to 5.

Planned Language Approach: Phonological Awareness

Learn ways to develop young children’s phonological awareness and how families can help their children build this key skill. Find out how kindergartner, Joan, developed phonological awareness from birth.