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Parents say there has been a lack of academic and social learning opportunities for children during the pandemic. SDI Productions/E+ via Getty Images

5 tips to help preschoolers with special needs during the pandemic

Michele L. Stites, University of Maryland, Baltimore County and Susan Sonnenschein, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

The pandemic and shifts to virtual learning have set many children back academically. The setbacks can be particularly challenging for children with disabilities, but recovery is possible.
Preschool is an opportunity to develop important social skills like taking turns, working in groups and making friends. John Tlumacki/The Boston Globe via Getty Images

It’s not just ABCs – preschool parents worry their kids are missing out on critical social skills during the pandemic

Michele L. Stites, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Susan Sonnenschein, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and Samantha H. Galczyk, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Kids ages 3 to 6 may be missing out on important social, emotional and behavioral lessons during at-home learning.

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