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Research shows that five minutes of child-led play — where kids are in charge and adults follow their lead — can reduce challenging behaviors and strengthen the parent-child relationship. It also helps children build confidence, improve their language, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills, and reduce stress.

Earlier this month, we welcomed a variety of early childhood professionals from across New York and New Jersey for the first-ever ParentCorps Summer Institute. Through a series of structured games, activities, and discussions, we spent four days reflecting, practicing new skills, and building community. 

There continue to be unprecedented challenges across the education landscape. The current moment in particular feels especially hard, with schools facing a complex set of challenges that are disproportionately hurting children in poverty and children of color. ParentCorps’ evidence-based program remains a formidable solution

“A lot of parents may come first for the strategies because they might like the topic or be interested in learning more,” shared Katy Stokes, a supervisor for the infant and early childhood mental health consultants at Starfish. “But most stay because they find a sense of support and they find a community when they come.”

Good design creates a safe and comfortable space. When you're looking at something that you can easily digest, it really makes a difference.

Ms. Bermeo and Ms. Alvarado have created a classroom where kids feel free to talk about their feelings, ask for help, and be themselves.

We know that for so many families with young children mealtime is stressful, to put it lightly.

In order for children to do their best, Farzana is guided by a deep belief that we first have to support their parents and caregivers.

Intersectionality and academic achievement, guarding against the effects of trauma, and more.

Photos and a podcast to celebrate two and a half decades of ParentCorps.