@thebasicsinc

A strategy for whole communities to support brain development among young childern, beginning at birth.

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Two weeks ago we were in Greensboro, NC wrapping up the #BLN2023 Annual Conference with leaders from 40 The Basics communities. Thanks to everyone who supported, presented & attended! We're ready to build on all the positive energy! Recap video: https://t.co/DsaWbWQdE2

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Thank you for joining us at #BLN2023 in #Greensboro, where we shared how to implement The Basics across communities and learned best practices for engaging parents and caregivers.

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Do texts from The Basics change behaviors? In a word: yes. #BLN2023

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And we love this video! Thanks so much for the dance party! #BLN2023

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Learning a lot at The Basics Annual Conference! https://t.co/xwRe9cdeM1

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#BLN2023: Wisdom lies in your community. Wisdom lies in the connections between people. Wisdom lies in the families.

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"Evidence-based" is a golden phrase for @MedicaidGov, state government organizations and #healthcare funders. #BNP2023

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Tip for bringing The Basics to a #hospital: Board members can introduce you to the C-suite. The Basics take off when there's an internal champion at the table. #BLN2023

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Oh! Another gem of a partnership idea: Barbers and beauticians. #BLN2023

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Another good partnership tip: Talk to a representative from Master Gardeners. They might be able to help you create a space to help families plant flowers and grow their own food! #BLN2023

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Pitching a #healthcare provider as a Basics partner? Try this line: "Nobody gives parents a guidebook when they leave the hospital with their newborn. The Basics fills that gap." #BLN2023

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#BLN2023 attendees: Ask for more money. Show how the connected system works. Everyone gains when community partners work together, advises Megan LaFaivre from @4school4life.

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So true! Books and bubbles can work miracles at a doctor's office, says Janet Groce-Fields, a @HealthyStepsZTT specialist at @CHSNC. How can you bring The Basics to #healthcare providers in your community? #BLN2023

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#BLN2023 attendees: Looking for a community partner? Take a look at family literacy programs, advises @4school4life. Also, some great book recommendations:

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Ready to pitch The Basics to community organizations? Ron Ferguson says that you've got to build trust, fluently explain the science behind the program and show why working together is beneficial. #BLN2023

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Great examples from @playfullearning about how their team has helped create joyful learning opportunities for all children! #BLN2023

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@playfullearning re-imagines a basketball court as "Fraction Ball," where half the court is in fractions and the other half is in decimals. #BLN2023

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@playfullearning re-imagines a traditional basketball court by designing a Fraction Ball Court where half the court is in fractions and the other side is in decimals. #BLN2023

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Sarah Lytle from @playfullearning reminds attendees: "You learn when you're happy." #BLN2023

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@DrBrianAKABrain shares this image with #BLN2023 attendees. "I don’t need to read these numbers out loud. It's a powerful image to see the mirrors get smaller and smaller across ethnic groups."