Florida Center for Early Childhood

As adults, most of us recognize the benefits of getting a good night’s sleep and can attribute the lack thereof to decreased productivity and ... continue reading

As parents, we can be hard on ourselves, but modeling good self-esteem is a key component to build a child’s self-esteem. In Season 2, ... continue reading

Craig and Sharon Ramey are professors and Distinguished Research Scholars at Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute. (David Hungate/ VTCRI) Our second annual Mind Matters ... continue reading

Did you know a ‘Pandemic Culture’ may cause a shift in specialized services? Have you ever even heard of the term ‘Pandemic Culture’ at ... continue reading

Students at The Starfish Academy had the joyful experience of sitting in a Chair of Joy on Thursday, May 12th. Sheryl Lynn of JOYELY ... continue reading

Did you know that modeling mental health awareness can help your child develop social-emotionally skills? In Season 2, Episode 5 of Centering Kids: Advice ... continue reading

A recent Building In Tandem Event at The Florida Center’s Sarasota campus bridged generations, both figuratively and literally. Justin, a 5-year-old with exceptionalities, had ... continue reading

Overcoming compassion fatigue can be a challenge for those in the helping professions, I.E. mental health counselors, professionals working in the criminal justice system, ... continue reading

Did you know that sharing your calm with your child can be an effective way to help with their social-emotional development? In this episode ... continue reading

In this TFC Guide to the Giving Challenge, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how you can help  The Florida Center raise ... continue reading