The Early Language and Literacy Pyramid is a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) that reflects the importance of a solid foundation. Each interactive tier includes practices and strategies that support your work. The targeted and intensive tiers provide you information needed to support some of our young learners.
Take a tour of the Early Language and Literacy Pyramid!
Pennsylvania One Book Virtual Kick-Off: The Pennsylvania One Book initiative is a valuable program that highlights the importance of early literacy development and the significance of reading early and often to children. Join us on April 10 at 10:30 am for a live virtual kick-off for the 2025 PA One Book, Arlo Draws an Octopus! Registration opens on April 1st for the live virtual kick-off event. Activities aligned with the PA Early Learning Standards that support Arlo Draws an Octopus are also available.
LENA: Building Brains through Early Talk: Conversational turns are simple back-and-forth alternations between a child and an adult. They are also among the most predictive metrics of child outcomes. Explore resources about the importance of conversational turns and tips to support development for teachers and caregivers, for community awareness, and for program planning and implementation.
Real-time information about available training opportunities for the PA Early Intervention system.
Monthly summary of new and existing online learning, professional development opportunities, and resources.
Monthly newsletter that provides information related to EI Service Delivery: Coaching Across Settings.
Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) works on behalf of the Office of Child Development & Early Learning (OCDEL).