Understanding and supporting your child's developing brain
The brain undergoes more development in early childhood than at any other time. This module covers critical periods, neuroplasticity, brain-building activities, and how to protect developing neural architecture from environmental threats.
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Understanding critical periods, neural pruning, and the remarkable plasticity of the developing brain.
31 completedEvidence-based activities that support neural development at each stage—no expensive programs required.
31 completedEnvironmental factors that can harm neural development and practical strategies for protection.
31 completedThe specific nutrients the brain needs to develop optimally and how to ensure adequate intake.
31 completedThe home and lifestyle factors that support or hinder brain development—and how to optimize them.
31 completed5 questions to reinforce what you've learned
3 interactive + 2 printable tools
Daily habits that maximize neural connection formation at every age
Explore the critical developmental windows for your child's brain growth
Daily challenges to maximize neural connection formation through enriched environments
Start with Lesson 1 and work through at your own pace. Each lesson builds on the previous one.
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