Bangles on a mother’s hands. Grandpa’s spectacles. An empty box. A bag of potatoes. A stick. A leaf. Learning opportunities are everywhere. All it takes is a responsive caregiver who knows how to engage with the child and respond to the child’s needs.
The Harvard Center on the Developing Child says that responsive caregiving in early childhood helps build the brain by strengthening connections through back-and-forth interactions, like a game of "serve and return.” These positive experiences encourage the child to explore and make connections, expanding cognitive ability, language development and problem-solving skills.
Dost Education turns the neuroscience of early learning into easy-to-follow, actionable caregiving tips that support parents in creating strong foundations for early learning.
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