LLF is dedicated to

Parent and Community Involvement

in Early Childhood Education

LLF creates programs that teach parents and teachers to recognize and leverage their own creativity to engage children in conversation and critical thinking.

We work in partnership with education, recreation, social service and cultural institutions to reach parents and other adults who work with young children.

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LLF is distinguished for its work in:

  • Skill development programs that use learning through looking to enable adults at all levels of literacy to engage children in conversation and critical thinking.
  • Family activities at school and in the community that use neighborhoods, local landmarks, and museums to enrich and extend children’s learning.
  • Programs that honor parents for their everyday support of children’s education and address school climate issues.

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LLF believes

  • Every parent wants better for their children than they themselves have experienced.
  • Successful education involves both formal and informal education.
  • Everyday objects and environments are valuable experiential learning tools in school, at home, and In the community.
  • Creativity knows no economic or social boundaries.

 

Consulting Services

LLF offers consulting services and strategic planning to strengthen partnerships between parents and teachers, between teachers and parenting specialists,  and between the early childhood and the cultural communities.

Contact Louise Wiener at 202-657-4134

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