Head Start and Early Head Start programs play a critical role in buffering the impact of trauma by promoting resilience for children, families, and staff. The effects of trauma are lessened by protective factors such as strong parent-child relationships; relationships between staff, children, and families in Head Start and Early Head Start programs; and through relationships and supports within the community.
Did you know that reading a book at least 6 minutes a day will reduce stress by nearly 70%? One simple read-aloud can do triple duty: increase empathy, support brain development, and reduce stress! (Damon, 2019)
Trauma disrupts two basic human needs: safety and community. Relationships are an important part of each. Children need friends and sometimes it is hard for them to make friends, especially if reactions to trauma in their lives get in the way.
Our COVID-19 Statement: Our business is open. We are taking and processing orders and have plenty of great books in our warehouse. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the children at home, in centers, their families and the scores of dedicated teachers and staff members.