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Three Principles to Improve Outcomes for Children and Families from the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

Three Principles to Improve Outcomes for Children and Families - Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

When we sit on a living room floor and coach a parent on how to engage in “serve and return” play, we are supporting responsive relationships. When we help a family establish routines or break down big developmental goals into small, manageable steps, we are strengthening core skills. And perhaps most importantly, by being a consistent, supportive presence and connecting families to resources that meet their basic needs, we are actively working to reduce sources of stress in their lives.