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Parenting questions? Child development tips? Expert insights from professionals who work with children every day?

The Early Years Exchange is ABC Head Start's blog, created to support families with research-backed information and practical strategies for raising and supporting young children.

Written by our team of educators, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, family support workers, and other early childhood professionals, The Early Years Exchange covers topics that matter to families and helps answer common questions about child development and learning.

Whether you're looking for guidance, new ideas, or simply want to learn more about how children grow and thrive, there's something for you.

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Big feelings are a normal part of childhood, and one of the simplest tools for helping children navigate those feelings is something they already have: their breath.

Breathing exercises help children slow down, connect with their bodies, and develop lifelong self-regulation skills. Best of all, they can be practiced anywhere, at home, in the car, at school, or on the playground.

Swipe through to learn 5 fun breathing techniques you can try with your child today: Bunny Breathing, Lion Breathing, Bee Breathing, Whale Breathing, and Alligator Breathing.

Which one do you think your child would enjoy most?

Save the Date: Literacy Backpack Day!📚

Parents and caregivers, mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 23, 2026!

Literacy Backpack Day is a special celebration of everything your child has accomplished during their time at ABC Head Start. We’re so proud of all the growth, learning, and milestones reached this year, and we can’t wait to celebrate together!

Each child will receive a backpack thoughtfully packed with school essentials and helpful items to support their next steps in learning. Items designed to help them feel confident, prepared, and excited for the journey ahead.

More details will be shared as the day gets closer. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!