The Childrens Storefront

The Childrens Storefront is a first-of-its-kind, free playspace in Harlem that helps caregivers learn how to build their childs brain and support their healthy development. _______________________ The research is clear: back-and-forth interactions between caregivers and children in the first three years of life build the strongest foundation for brain growth and lifelong success, and responsive play is the best tool we have to build babies brains. Yet this research often doesnt reach the parents who could use this information to support their childrens growth and healthy development. The Childrens Storefront has partnered with families in Harlem for over fifty years, and is laser-focused on bringing the power of interactive play to families. Our playspace model allows parents and children to learn together, with caregivers practicing the skills that spur brain development while receiving immediate feedback and support from early childhood specialists. Our program has a lasting ...