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Based on observation, how many children increased their ability to express emotion after attending the program? |
1940 |
Based on observation and/or feedback from caregivers and/or teachers, how many children demonstrated improved early literacy skills? (i.e., phonological awareness, print awareness, narrative skills, vocabulary) |
2683 |
Based on observation and/or feedback from caregivers and/or teachers, how many children put new social-emotional skills into practice after completing the program? (i.e., self-awareness, self-management, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making) |
3255 |
Based on observation, how many children improved their gross motor skills? (i.e., body, automation, cross lateral movement, locomotor, and stability) |
3165 |
The recent pandemic had a direct impact on school readiness and social interactions of children ages 0-5 with children falling behind the norm for progress in this area. To assist parents and caregivers the family and consumer sciences agent partnered with the school district family resource center coordinators to offer a twelve month Laugh and Learn Playdates series. This theme based program exposes preschool children and their caregivers to fun activities which promote fine and gross motor dev...
