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Implementation Guide
Implementation Documentation Template
Plan and document The Basics implementation using this template in the form of a MS Word file that you can edit. The tem...plate walks through key steps in a cycle of planning, acting, and reflecting. Review with your team and complete it progressively as you share The Basics Principles in your organization.MoreLess
Implementation Guide
Getting Started with The Basics
A guide to help senior administrators and staff plan for implementation of The Basics approach in their organization. In...cludes background on The Basics Strategy, an overview of materials and resources in The Basics Community Toolkit, and steps in a planning process.MoreLess
Presentation
Partner Orientation and Training
Get your team or community up to speed on The Basics Principles. This PowerPoint presentation is designed for local Basi...cs leaders and others helping to mobilize partners. The presentation provides an overview of the strategy, key lessons from the science of early brain development and learning, and engages participants in brainstorming potential applications in their setting. Modify as needed to suit your audience and time frame.MoreLess
Video
The Basics Overview Video
(3:18) Watch this overview video for an introduction to the five fun, simple, and powerful ways to boost early brain dev...elopment and learning for all children from birth to age three. The video is a quick and effective way to introduce The Basics Principles to any audience.MoreLess
Video
Principle 1: Maximize Love, Manage Stress
(4:28) Key concepts are showing love and responding to children’s signals, the importance of routines, and strategies fo...r coping with stress. Use this video as a springboard for discussions with parents and caregivers or in professional development.MoreLess