Additional Resources

Additional Early Learning Resources

This collection of early learning resources supports research‑informed practice, community engagement, and informed decision‑making across early childhood systems. The organizations linked here address child development, education, research, policy, and system‑level improvement, and serve families, professionals, community partners, and leaders working to strengthen early learning. Together, these resources complement the Center for Early Learning’s commitment to advancing knowledge, improving practice, and enhancing outcomes for young children and families.

Families and Caregivers

Jump to: Early Childhood Educators and Practitioners

Jump to: Researchers and Higher Education Resources

Jump to: Policy, Systems, and Community Leaders

Explore trusted resources that support children’s learning, development, and well‑being, and help families find high‑quality early care and education options.

Early Learning Indiana

Provides information and resources to help families and communities support young children’s learning and development.

Purdue Community Childcare

Offers early care and education programs serving children and families connected to Purdue and the local community.

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration – Child Care & Early Education

Shares state information about child care programs, financial assistance, and early learning services in Indiana.

Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) Agencies of Indiana

Helps families find, understand, and choose child care options in their local area.

CDC – Child Development

Provides guidance on child development milestones and early identification of developmental concerns

PBS Kids for Parents

Offers play‑based learning ideas, media guidance, and everyday activities for families with young children.

ZERO TO THREE

Focuses on early development from birth to age three, with resources for families and caregivers.

Institute for Educational Initiatives

Works with schools, families, and communities to support children’s learning and development.

Buffett Early Childhood Institute

Supports early learning through community partnerships, family engagement, and applied research.

Early Childhood Educators and Practitioners

Jump to: Families and Caregivers

Jump to: Researchers and Higher Education Resources

Jump to: Policy, Systems, and Community Leaders

Access professional learning, evidence‑based instructional resources, and tools that support high‑quality early learning across diverse settings.

Early Learning Indiana

Provides professional learning and program supports for early childhood educators and providers.

Indiana Department of Education – Office of Early Learning

Shares standards, guidance, and initiatives related to early learning in Indiana

Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children (INAEYC)

Supports early childhood educators through professional development and resources.

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Offers research‑informed guidance and professional resources for early childhood education.

Florida Center for Reading Research

Develops and shares research‑based resources focused on literacy development and instruction.

Development and Research in Early Math Education (DREME)

Provides research‑based tools and guidance to support early mathematics learning.

Marisco Institute for Early Learning

Advances early learning through research, professional learning, and community partnerships.

Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies

Focuses on research and professional learning related to early childhood education.

HEDCO Institute for Evidence-Based Educational Practice

Supports the use of research evidence to improve teaching and learning practices.

Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness / Prevention Early Learning Initiatives

Develops and shares evidence‑based resources to support early learning and prevention efforts.

Researchers and Higher Education Resources

Jump to: Families and Caregivers

Jump to: Early Childhood Educators and Practitioners

Jump to: Policy, Systems, and Community Leaders

Discover research centers, university‑affiliated institutes, and collaborative initiatives advancing the science and practice of early learning.

Big 10 Early Learning Alliance

Connects researchers across Big Ten universities to advance early learning research and collaboration.

Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy

Conducts research on early childhood policy, programs, and outcomes.

Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute

Advances knowledge about child development, disability, and family well‑being through research

Buffett Early Childhood Institute

Integrates research, practice, and policy to strengthen early childhood systems.

Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies

Conducts research focused on early childhood education and development.

Marisco Institute for Early Learning

Supports interdisciplinary research and innovation in early learning.

HEDCO Institute for Evidence-Based Educational Practice

Promotes the translation of education research into practice and policy.

Development and Research in Early Math Education (DREME)

Advances research on how young children learn mathematics.

Florida Center for Reading Research

Conducts research on reading development, assessment, and instruction.

Erikson Institute

Focuses on graduate education, research, and knowledge sharing in early childhood development.

Center on the Developing Child

Shares research on brain development and its implications for learning and health.

Child Trends

Conducts research and data analysis on child development, education, and family well‑being.

Policy, Systems, and Community Leaders

Jump to: Families and Caregivers

Jump to: Early Childhood Educators and Practitioners

Jump to: Researchers and Higher Education Resources

Find organizations and initiatives focused on early learning policy, systems building, and large‑scale efforts to improve outcomes for children and families.

Gates Foundation: Early Learning Solutions

Supports initiatives aimed at improving early learning systems and outcomes.

Big 10 Early Learning Alliance

Facilitates collaboration among universities to inform early learning research and policy.

Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy

Provides research to inform early childhood policy and decision‑making.

Buffett Early Childhood Institute

Works to strengthen early childhood systems through research, policy, and practice partnerships.

Early Learning Indiana

Engages with communities and policymakers to support access to high‑quality early learning.

Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute

Contributes research to inform policy and practice related to children and families.

Child Trends

Provides data and analysis to support policy decisions affecting children and families.

U.S. Department of Education – Early Learning

Shares federal early learning initiatives, guidance, and resources.

Indiana Department of Education – Office of Early Learning

Supports statewide early learning systems and policy implementation.

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration – Child Care & Early Education

Oversees state programs related to child care and early education services.