For Libraries
The Community-Based Doula: Supporting Families Before, During, and After Childbirth
Abramson, Rachel, Ginger K. Breedlove, and Beth Isaacs. Washington DC: Zero to Three Press, 2006.
The Complete Learning Spaces Book for Infants and Toddlers
Isbell, Rebecca, and Christy Isbell. Beltsville: Gryphon House, 2003.
The Complete Resource Book for Infants: Over 700 Experiences For Children From Birth To 18 Months
Schiller, Pam. MD: Gryphon House, 2005.
Consuming Kids: The Hostile Takeover Of Children
Linn, Susan, Ed.D. USA: The New Press, 2005.
Creating a Child Care Environment for Infants and Toddlers
This 34 minute DVD and training guide present key concepts that contribute to creating appropriate environments for infant and toddler's learning and development. Geared to childcare centers, suggestions can be adapted and applied to settings for families. California Department of Education (CDE) & WestEd, Program for Infant Toddler Caregivers, (PITC). CDE Press, 916-445-1260.
Early Childhood Interventions: Proven Results, Future Promise
Karoly, Lynn, M. Rebecca Kilburn and Jill S. Cannon. CA: Rand Corporation, 2005.
Early Learning Environments That Work
Isbell, Rebecca and Betty Exelby. MD: Gryphon House, 2001.
Early Literacy Storytimes @ Your Library: Partnering With Caregivers For Success
Ghoting, Saroj Nadkarni and Pamela Martin-Diaz. Chicago, IL: American Library Association, 2006.
Einstein Never Used Flash Cards: How Our Children Really Learn and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less
Hirsh-Pasek, Kathy, Ph.D., and Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, Ph.D. with Diane Eyer, Ph.D. USA: Rodale, 2003.
ELF Brochure
The ELF three fold brochure template may be accessed by any ELF library jurisdiction with a verified ELF account. You can create an account through the blog or by following the hyperlink listed here for creating an account . Once your account has been created, an ELF staff member will verify the ELF affiliation and you will have access to the collateral material as needed.
If you have already created an account, you may log in by clicking on the hyperlink listed above.
The brochure template is presented in a number of formats. The options have been created to accommodate a variety of software used by the field as well as various printing needs. There are blank columns on the inside of the brochure so you can customize the content and use the brochure for a number of purposes. It also has a column on the back that can be used for mailing.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact ELF staff by email or call 916-446-6378.