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Arts / Arts In Education Links

  • www.bcrac.org - Bradford County Regional Arts Council: established in 1976, is a regional non-profit organization committed to the promotion and support of the arts and culture.
  • www.crayola.com/ - Crayola: innovative activities and curriculum builders for parents and teachers.
  • www.earlyarts.co.uk - earlyarts Network: set up by the Arts Council England, North West, in collaboration with Isaacs UK, as a learning, information and support platform for anyone working in, funding, advising, or wishing to work in, the arts and early years fields.
  • www.rhythmicconnections.com - Mary Knysh: the innovative, interactive and inspiring work of Mary Knysh as she presents her knowledge of worl music traditions.
  • www.bcrac.org/artsedu.html - Northern Tier Partnership for Arts in Education: partnership of the Bradford County Regional Arts Council (BCRAC) and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA).  Initiated in 1997, the Northern Tier Partnership for Arts in Education is committed to bringing culturally enriching experiences to the Counties of Bradford, Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Sullivan, Tioga, and Wyoming
  • www.boxoflight.org - Rand Whipple: creating and touring productions that integrate computer projections with live performers.
  • www.wolf-trap.org/institute/index.html - Wolf Trap: Founded in 1981, the Institute provides arts-in-education services for children ages 3-5 and their teachers and families through the disciplines of drama, music and movement.
  • www.aep-arts.org/PDF%20Files/Young%20Children.pdf - Young Children and the Arts: Making Creative Connections: provides guiding principles and recommendations to organizations to support the development of arts-based early childhood programs and resources.  A publication of the Arts Education Partnership, Washington, DC.

Educational Links

  • www.ed.gov/inits/americareads - America Reads: updates on policy and issues affecting education and literacy in America.
  • www.acei.org - Association for Childhood Education International: dedicated to the dual mission of promoting 1) the inherent rights, education and well-being of children from infancy through early adolescence, and 2) high standards of preparation and professional growth for educators.
  • www.iu17.org - BLaST Intermediate Unit 17: information on programs and services offered by Intermediate Unit 17 for teachers and parents.
  • www.carnegie.org - Carnegie Corporation of New York - The Grant-Making Foundation: overview of special initiatives, recent publications, link to Carnegie report "Starting Points" - groundbreaking research on the impact of early childhood education and care.
  • www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/hsb/ - Head Start Bureau: information on programs, current initiatives and events, training & technical assistance regional network, national head start bulletin board system, resource library, link to Head Start research and evaluation home page, list of Head Start grantees, and frequently asked questions.
  • www.misterrogers.org - Mister Rogers Neighborhood: Information for families, early care and pre-school, and elementary educators and professionals. Site includes print and film resources, suggested activities, help for parents and much more.
  • www.naeyc.org - National Association for the Education of Young Children: provides resources and information for parents and early childhood educators on improving the quality of services for children from birth through age 8.
  • www.ed.gov/offices/OERI/ECI/ - National Institute on Early Childhood Development and Education. A program of the U.S. Dept. of Education, this site offers information on research & development, funding opportunities, hot research topics, and publications.
  • www.pbskids.org - PBS Kids: offers links to pages for each of PBS's major kids shows (Between the Lions, Dragon Tales, Arthur, Barney, etc.), a "For Grown-Ups" section, Fun and Games, and more. Each show section contains songs, coloring pages, games, and links for Parents & Teachers.
  • http://www.ed.gov/parents/landing.jhtml?src=pn - Section for Parents from the U.S. Deptartment of Education: Includes links to Early Childhood Education publications, the Partnership for Family Involvement in Education, and the Helping Your Child Series.
  • www.sesameworkshop.org - Sesame Workshop: links to games, art projects, and more educational activities for kids. Also link to Parents Section with lots of helpful hints and a chance to subscribe to newsletters.

Service Links

  • www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/programs.htm - The Administration of Children, Youth, and Families (ACYF) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: information on family social services, at-risk situational aid, child care, public assistance, and special needs.
  • http://bradford.extension.psu.edu/Family/CCN%20Website.htm - Bradford-Sullivan Child Care Network: is committed to increasing the quality and quantity of early care and education within the two counties.
  • www.ChildCareExchange.com - Child Care Exchange: web site of a leading early childhood publication. Offers information on an early childhood world forum, a bookstore, conference calendar, ChildCareRewards program, database of child care jobs, and other early childhood-related articles.
  • http://www.minneapolisfed.org/research/studies/earlychild/index.cfm - Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis: economic research and data on early childhood. Includes several reports on the financial returns of investing in early childhood programs.
  • www.iamyourchild.org - I Am Your Child: highlights efforts on the national, state, and local level, to improve services for young children and their families.
  • www.memorialhospital.org/SensoryIntegration.htm - Memorial Hospital Sensory Integration Therapy: information on Memorial's Sensory Integration Therapy program. Page also offers links to Memorial's Physician Directory and information on Memorial's other Patient Services.
  • http://mindinthemaking.org - Mind in the Making: compilation of reserach on learning early. Topics include early learning tips, communications network, community mobilization and communications, learning modules and more.
  • www.npin.org - National Parent Information Network: Site offers information and resources for parents and for those who work with parents including a virtual library, parent news, and special initiatives.
  • www.parents-choice.org - Parents' Choice: Non-profit guide to children's media offering recommendations for educational and safe children's learning materials. Site includes reviews, reading lists, and literacy program suggestions.
  • www.paheadstart.org - Pennsylvania Head Start Association: a site for parents, staff, and administrators, it offers information on PHSA. a discussion forum, legislative news, trainings, jobs and funding resources.
  • www.papathways.org - Pennsylvania Pathways: The site is geared toward training of child care providers and links to several sites including Better Kid Care, DPW, and Child Care Works. Child Care Works has a list for parents on what to look for in quality child care.
  • http://bradford.extension.psu.edu/Family/CCN%20schoolreadinessinfo.htm - BSCCN School Readiness: Information for parents on School Readiness that includes a checklist, activities, and public and private school contact information.