Born Learning – A National Learning Campaign

Born Learning is a new national public engagement campaign, focused on creating early learning opportunities for young children. Public service advertising, a Web site, and educational material gives parents and informal caregivers easy, “doable” action steps to help young children learn.

The fact is, it’s the simple things that make a difference in building a young child’s foundation for future success. It’s not flashcards or expensive educational toys – it’s making your grocery trip into a treasure hunt for colors or shapes, or turning your laundry sorting into a silly song about body parts. On your next walk, narrating your child’s actions as if you were a sports announcer. Even dinner can become a learning opportunity, as your toddler builds math skills by counting eggs.

The Born Learning campaign shows how to turn everyday activities into opportunities to encourage learning. It’s built on the idea that while children are born learning, parents, grandparents, and caregivers can encourage that learning in everyday moments.

Born Learning is brought to Robeson County by the Robeson County Partnership for Children, Inc. and the United Way of Robeson County. For more information on the Born Learning campaign, please contact Stacie Kinlaw at 910-738-6767 ext. 285 or visit the Born Learning website at www.bornlearning.org.

The following is a list of educational materials available through the Born Learning Campaign.

Your Child @
The Your Child @ Series covers ages and stages of children from birth through age 5.
Tu Hijo @ la Serie hasta la edad de 5 años

Parent Tools: English & En Español
Understanding Your Child’s Feelings   Cómo comprender lo que siente tu niño
Are You Baby Smart                                  ¿Cuánto sabes sobre bebés?
Child Care Checklist                                     Lista para evaluar guarderías
Everyday Activities for Dad                    Actividades diarias para hacer con papá
Family History Projects                            La historia de la familia
Key Ideas                                                         Los niños felices aprenden mejor
Learning on the Go                                      Aprendizaje dinámico
Meal Ideas for Young Children               Ideas acerca de cómo alimentar a los niños pequeños
Fun and Games with Songs                      Juego y diversions con canciones
Sleep Diary                                                     Diario de hábitos de sueño
Make Reading Fun                                       Haz que la lectura sea divertida

Understanding Your Child
How can I recognize my child’s illnesses?
What is intelligence?
What type of child care is best for my situation?
What are the stages of sleep?
How do I help my child develop good sleep habits?
How does play encourage literacy?
How important is the parent-child relationship?
How can I help my child to develop manners?
How do fathers and mothers differ?
What roles might my parents play in my child’s life?

Kid Basics – Tips, tricks, and answers to help you care for your young child.
The Playbook – Rules and guidelines to help you make the most of your child’s playtime
Grocery List Tip Pads – Tips for making your trip to the grocery store a fun learning experience

If you would like to receive any of these materials, please call Stacie Kinlaw of the Robeson County Partnership for Children, Inc. at (910) 738-6767 ext. 285. Materials are free based on availability.

Visit the Born Learning Trail located at Sammy Cox Park, off of Norment Road in Lumberton.