The Power of Reading: Empowering Lifelong Learning from Birth to Three

It’s true that the digital era has changed the way we read, but that shouldn’t stop us from reading a good old-fashioned paperback or hardcover book. Reading, especially from Birth to Three, is transformative and crucial. In fact, by the third birthday, a baby needs to be spoken to, sung to, or read to some… Continue reading The Power of Reading: Empowering Lifelong Learning from Birth to Three

New in April from Gift Connect: Advocacy & Advisory Board, YouTube Channel, Bee Smart Program, Carnegie Lullaby in Kenya, & More

Advisory & Advocacy Board GIFT CONNECT’s Advisory and Advocacy Board continues to grow! We are so excited and grateful to welcome the below members. To increase GIFT CONNECT’s reach and measurable impact in Birth to Three and Early Childhood Development (ECD), we are engaging and activating proven, bipartisan ECD leaders on a new, working Advisory… Continue reading New in April from Gift Connect: Advocacy & Advisory Board, YouTube Channel, Bee Smart Program, Carnegie Lullaby in Kenya, & More

New in February from Gift Connect: Advocacy & Advisory Board, New Blog, Bee Smart Lullabies, Global Updates, and more.

Advisory & Advocacy Board To increase GIFT CONNECT’s reach and measurable impact in Birth to Three and Early Childhood Development (ECD), we are engaging and activating proven, bipartisan ECD leaders on a new, working Advisory & Advocacy Board (AAB). The AAB will begin with 12+ members and will grow in 2024 to 25+ members. The… Continue reading New in February from Gift Connect: Advocacy & Advisory Board, New Blog, Bee Smart Lullabies, Global Updates, and more.

The Power of Play: Unlocking Creativity and Fostering Development from Birth to Three

From birth to age 3, infants and toddlers experience the most rapid physical, cognitive, and emotional development of their lives. ​​When children play, they constantly explore and learn new things, which helps develop cognitive skills such as problem-solving, creativity, spatial awareness, and imagination. Think about it: when you give a child a stacking toy, it’s… Continue reading The Power of Play: Unlocking Creativity and Fostering Development from Birth to Three

Celebrating Birth to Three Learning at GIFT CONNECT Music Fest on June 3

Please join the GIFT CONNECT team for an unforgettable afternoon of music and creativity on June 3, 2024, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Wilmington Public Library in Wilmington, DE. During this event, you’ll listen to soul-soothing music, enjoy some tasty treats, and learn all about the Birth to Three movement. This event is one… Continue reading Celebrating Birth to Three Learning at GIFT CONNECT Music Fest on June 3

New in January from Gift Connect: New Website, Bee Smart Program, and more.

New Year, New Website Happy 2024! We’re starting off the New Year with a brand new website. The updated site features refreshed navigation that simplifies our mission into “Who We Are” and “What We Do” alongside sections on “Resources” and how to “Get Involved.” GIFT CONNECT is also introducing a blog as a new way… Continue reading New in January from Gift Connect: New Website, Bee Smart Program, and more.