Before we are even born, our brain is already developing; preparing for the pivotal, first few years of life that quite literally shape our future. Ninety percent of a child’s brain is already fully developed by the early age of 5. A vital component in a child’s development is the incorporation of serve and return interaction; the responsive […]
At the Ounce of Prevention Fund, we are committed to giving children in poverty the best chance for success in school and life. We advocate for and provide the highest-quality care and education from birth to age 5. The Ounce has been doing this work for more than 35 years, and we know how important […]
Dana Suskind, M.D., Professor of Surgery and Director of the Pediatric Cochlear Implant Program at the University of Chicago, recently presented her findings in the area of child learning and development at a Family Action Network (FAN) program at Skokie School. Her insights and advice are important for all parents and caregivers of young children. Curiosity […]
