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Technology that is #1 for 2's and 3's!
Our best-in-class tablets and computers now have age appropriate, research-based content for children starting at age two! Ou...
Publish Date: Mar 23, 2017 Author: Hatch Experts Team
Where Do Your Classroom Tablets Stay?
A couple weeks ago, I went on a mission.. a seemingly simple mission; a 'big picture' mission that I hoped would lead me to a...
Publish Date: Jun 9, 2016 Author: Jenne Parks
TeachSmart® Science Activity for Hatch Interactive Disp...
Watch this video to see one of our TeachSmart® Science Activities for Hatch Interactive Displays and Whiteboar...
Our Early Childhood Education System: Uneven and Unfocused
This year marks the 50th anniversary of when President Lyndon Johnson signed the Head Start Bill into law. The initial progra...
Publish Date: Aug 17, 2015 Author: Ginny Norton
Engaging Young Children with Autism in Your Early Childhood Classroom
The number of children being diagnosed with autism at a young age is growing rapidly. Early childhood educators can benefit f...
Air Date: Apr 23, 2018 Presenter: Kay Holman, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Erica Solliday M.S. and Catherine Walton
Teacher Workshop 3: Tools for Success
In this workshop you will explore ways to use data collected via the Report Management System. Teachers will learn about cust...
Air Date: Aug 28, 2017 Presenter: Joan Baker
The Best of STEM for Pre-K from Hatch
Check out the best of STEM for Pre-K from our Hatch Early Learning Experts.
iStartSmart® - Letter Recognition Activity in English f...
Watch this video to see one of our iStartSmart® Letter Recognition Activities for Hatch Tablets and Computers ...
Family Engagement Through Music
Research emphasizes the developmental benefits and importance of parental engagement in children's learning both at home and ...
Air Date: Jan 21, 2014 Presenter: Lili Levinowitz, Ph.D, Lauren Guilmartin, M.A
Evaluating Technology Toolkit
Take a research-based approach to selecting the best technology and apps for children and ensure you're on the right path tod...
Upload Date: Feb 1, 2017
Quick Start Guide - TeachSmart Display
Download this PDF for a step-by-step, illustrated path from power-on to play.
Publish Date: Jan 5, 2018
Hatchables Kit by Hatch Early Learning
Each Hatchables Kit provides step-by-step instructions that enable teachers to implement comprehensive and engaging lessons u...
Quick Start Guide - iSS Tablet
Lets DO something about our ECE problem!
We've got a problem and the time has come to DO something about it instead of merely talking about it. Our current ECE system...
Publish Date: Sep 2, 2015 Author: Ginny Norton
CoreFocus - Search Activities
Learn how to search for activities that correspond to your criteria for Kindergarten and First Grade using our TeachSmart
iStartSmart® - Hatch Tablet and Computer
iStartSmart® is an adaptive learning tool built for non-readers! Watch this video to see exactly how iStartSma...
STEM Education in Pre-K Webinar
Babies and toddlers doing math and science? That’s right! The roots of early science, technology, engineering and math (STE...
Air Date: Sep 28, 2017 Presenter: Kara Dukakis & Dr. Linda Platas
Best Practices for Integrating Technology in the Classroom
We will discuss proper care for technology in your classroom. We will also be sharing the appropriateness of technology in th...
Air Date: Aug 17, 2017 Presenter: Joan Baker
TeachSmart® Math Activity for Hatch Interactive Display...
Watch this video to see one of our TeachSmart® Math Activities for Hatch Interactive Displays and Whiteboards ...
Narrowing the Digital Divide: Chicago Public Schools
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) uses 30 iStartSmart Mobile tablets in six pre-kindegarten (Pre-K) classrooms. Collecting data an...
Meeting Head Start Performance Standards Using Hatch Technology
Technology provides a path to learning that young learners are eager to follow, and with Hatch's research-based, developmenta...
Air Date: May 31, 2017 Presenter: Ginny Norton, Jenne Parks, Acelero Learning
What Educators Need to Know: NAEYC/FRC Position Statement on Young Chi...
This webinar will focus on the key skills and knowledge that educators need to have in order to implement technology in effec...
Air Date: Aug 11, 2014 Presenter: Sue Polojac, Michael Robb Ph.D, Tanya Smith
Working at All Levels: El Campo ISD
It started as a railroad camp called Prairie Switch, but the Mexican cowboys who brought their herds through the town rename...
Teacher Workshop 1: Welcome Back to School Part 2
This workshop is designed to help teachers make the most of the new school year!
Air Date: Jul 28, 2017 Presenter: Joan Baker
School Readiness: Why the "Buzz" and How to Implement It
School readiness has been center stage in recent years in the United States as well as globally. In the U.S. it has shifted f...
Air Date: Aug 11, 2014 Presenter: Sid Gilford, Ed.D
WePlaySmart® - Finding: Executive Function Skills - Hat...
Watch this video to see one of our WePlaySmart® Finding Activities for the Hatch Mutli-Touch Table in action. ...
Teacher Workshop 5: Bilingual Adventures
This workshop will showcase how you can support your Dual Language Learners within the Hatch software. We will also review al...
Air Date: Aug 30, 2017 Presenter: Joan Baker
TeachSmart® Digital Portfolio Example for Hatch Interac...
Watch this video to see one of our TeachSmart® Portfolio Examples for Hatch Interactive Displays and Whiteboar...
Our online store has a new look!
We’re so excited to announce the newest improvements to our online store! The renovated Hatch Store is a faster, user-frien...
Publish Date: Jan 10, 2018 Author: Hatch Experts Team
STEM in Early Childhood Education Round Table
Join us for a rousing discussion of policy, implementation, challenges and success from our panelists as they discuss their o...
Air Date: Jan 21, 2014 Presenter: Jenne Parks, Laura Johnson, Lilla Dale McManis, MEd, PhD
Promoting Healthy Social-Emotional Development - Hatch Webinar Recap
We had a great webinar in April about promoting healthy social-emotional development in young children. It was so good that w...
Publish Date: Jun 8, 2017 Author: Hatch Experts Team
TeachSmart® Letter Activity in Spanish for Hatch Intera...
Watch this video to see one of our TeachSmart® Letter Activities for Hatch Interactive Displays and Whiteboard...
Quick Start Guide - WePlaySmart Table
Teachers and Students Earn Gold Stars
Nestled in the southern boot of Louisiana, the Montegut School has been educating students for over 100 years. This Title I s...
Jul 31, 2017
Using iStartSmart® Elite for Toddlers How to use tec...
Hatch has updated the iStartSmart system and has games available for children 28 months and older to aid them in moving along...
Air Date: Mar 23, 2017 Presenter: Sarah Sweney
Teacher Workshop 2: Meet Your New Assistant - The RMS
In this workshop teachers will learn the power of the Report Management System.
Air Date: Jul 29, 2017 Presenter: Joan Baker
School Readiness: Preparing Families
In this webinar, Dr. McManis, President of Early Childhood Research Solutions and Parent in the Know, will explore the underl...
Air Date: Aug 11, 2015 Presenter: Lilla Dale McManis, MEd, PhD
The Key to Dual Language Instruction
Located in the southern tip of Texas, Brownsville ISD is the largest school district in the Rio Grande Valley and serves near...
TeachSmart® - Hatch Interactive Displays and Whiteboard...
Watch this video and see our state-of-the-art interactive display and whiteboard in action to learn how this tool is a great ...
Authentic Art Experiences in Early Childhood Education
Pablo Picasso's famous quote, "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up", should caus...
Air Date: Aug 11, 2014 Presenter: Dawn Braa, M.A
Best Practices: 13 Ways to Honor Play in Early Childhood Learning Cent...
Early Childhood Product & Curriculum Development As a former early childhood teacher, I am passionate about what is best for ...
Publish Date: Jun 4, 2015 Author: Jenne Parks
iStartSmart® - Letter Recognition Activity in Spanish f...
60 Activities in 60 Minutes: A Treasure Chest of Teaching Wisdom
This webinar provides its participants the opportunity to spend 60 minutes with Jenne Parks, an experienced
Air Date: Jan 23, 2015 Presenter: Jenne Parks
What is developmentally appropriate technology (for early learning cla...
From my perspective, before earning a 'gold star' for being, "developmentally appropriate" technology has to hit several mark...
Publish Date: Sep 22, 2016 Author: Jenne Parks
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We know that Hatch technology works best when teachers and administrators understand how to use the devices, and when they fe...
Publish Date: Jan 12, 2018 Author: Hatch Experts Team
Quick Start Guide - iSS Computer
Autism in Early Childhood: Evidence-Based Practices for an Inclusive C...
In this presentation the most common learning characteristics of children on the autism spectrum will be discussed. Evidence-...
Air Date: Mar 10, 2015 Presenter: Melissa Burkhardt
Can I add If I'm Mad?
If a child doesn't know how to read, swim, multiply or divide, we teach. But what if a child doesn't know how to perceive or ...
Publish Date: Jun 5, 2013 Author: Hatch Experts Team
Authentic Art Experiences | Your Questions Answered!
We were thrilled to have Dawn Braa back again for our #HatchExperts webinar series! We had a record number of folks register ...
Publish Date: Sep 30, 2014 Author: Ginny Norton
Cultivating Creativity for you and your Classroom Webinar
The Cultivating Creativity for you and your Classroom webinar will re-ignite your lesson plans with a collection of meaningfu...
Air Date: Mar 2, 2016 Presenter: Jenne Parks
How-To Remove and Re-Insert the HatchGuard Bumper
Our HatchGuard Bumper is built tough for the classroom. Learn how to remove and re-insert the iStartSmart tablet in the Hatch...
Oct 23, 2017
iStartSmart® - Addition Activity in English for Hatch C...
Watch this video to see one of our iStartSmart® Math Activities for Hatch Tablets and Computers in action. Thi...
Hatch Now Supports Windows 10!
We at Hatch wanted to let everyone know that we now support Windows 10. For those who like to do it yourself, we have a step ...
Publish Date: Jul 8, 2016 Author: Chris Simmons
iStartSmart® - Addition Activity in Spanish for Hatch C...
Watch this video to see one of our iStartSmart® Addition Activities for Hatch Tablets and Computers in action....
Positive and Effective Classroom Management Tips
Our Classroom Management Webinar will focus on positive and effective management, strategies for implementation and different...
Air Date: Mar 22, 2018 Presenter: Christie Clopton-Robinson
WePlaySmart® - Sorting: Social Competence - Hatch Multi...
Watch this video to see one of our WePlaySmart® Sorting Activities for the Hatch Mutli-Touch Table in action. ...
Quick Start Guide - iPad App
New iStartSmart Elite Software Release
Over the last several years, there has been exponential growth in young children’s access to technology. In November 2016, ...
Publish Date: Sep 26, 2017 Author: Ginny Norton
WePlaySmart® - Vote: Emotional Skills - Hatch Multi-Tou...
Watch this video to see one of our WePlaySmart® Voting Activities for the Hatch Mutli-Touch Table in action. T...
Multicultural Education: Beyond the Classroom
Celebrating multi-cultural education in the early childhood classroom is a desire of most educators. But what does
Air Date: Apr 28, 2015 Presenter: Dot Hill
CoreFocus - Lesson Planning
Lesson planning made easy! Watch this video to learn how to setup your daily activity plan on the CoreFocus software for the ...
Changing Head Start: Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Head Start recently had their triennial on-site monitoring review from the Department of Heal...
Quick Start Guide - iSS Toddler Tablet
Foundations of WePlaySmart
Learn how the WePlaySmart multi-touch table encourages conversation between peers and captures every interaction on video for...
Air Date: Aug 31, 2017 Presenter: Christie Clopton-Robinson
STEM-sational Learning: What to Look for in Early Childhood Programmin...
If you're a children's or youth services librarian or early childhood professional this webinar is for you! In this Hatch Ear...
Air Date: Feb 23, 2015 Presenter: Susan Gunnewig
iStartSmart® - Sorting Activity in English for Hatch Co...
Watch this video to see one of our iStartSmart® Sorting Activities for Hatch Tablets and Computers in action. ...
An Age-Appropriate Experience
Located roughly 20 miles north of Pittsburgh, the Kiddie Academy centers of Cranberry Township and Wexford are owned and co-d...
Aug 2, 2017
Increase child engagement with more playing time on WePlaySmart!
Inspired by feedback that we received from customers, Hatch is bringing you a software update for the WePlaySmart Multi-Touch...
Publish Date: Jun 13, 2017 Author: Hatch Experts Team
The Hatch Early Learning Story
Hatch Early Learning has been providing innovative solutions for early learners for over 30 years! Learn more about who Hatch...
Benefits of the NEW WePlaySmart® Video Capture for Child A...
Our innovative WePlaySmart® table, the first and only early learning multi-touch table that captures collaborative gameplay,...
Publish Date: Feb 22, 2018 Author: Ashley McIntyre
STEM Activity Guide
Bringing STEM to Pre-K doesn't have to be scary! This guide includes: A note on the importance of STEM in Pre-K, Five, classr...
Upload Date: Jan 11, 2017
How to Align High Quality Pre-K Tech Solutions with Texas Guidelines
Join us for this webinar to learn how to integrate technology into early childhood classrooms as a component of supporting hi...
Air Date: Apr 25, 2017 Presenter: Ginny Norton
iStartSmart® - Sorting Activity in Spanish for Hatch Co...
CoreFocus - Custom Content
The "My Content" tab on our TeachSmart® Learning system allows for quick and efficient access to your activitie...
Using Data to Inform Classroom Instruction Webinar
Discovering new opportunities for learning based upon the information collected on young children's progress often gets lost ...
Air Date: Feb 16, 2016 Presenter: Dr. Cathy Grace
A Collaborative Effort
Located about 40 miles east of Colorado Springs, Rush, CO is home to the Miami Yoder school district. Rush is a small rural t...
Teacher Workshop 1: Welcome Back to School Part 1
Air Date: Jul 24, 2017 Presenter: Joan Baker
WePlaySmart® - Uncover Executive Function - Hatch Multi...
Watch this video to see one of our WePlaySmart® Uncover Executive Function Activities for the Hatch Mutli-Touc...
Future Ready Children
Northwest Independent School District is one of the largest school districts in Texas that spans over three different countie...
iStartSmart® Blending Sounds Word Activity in English
Watch this video to see one of our iStartSmart® Blending Sounds Word Activities for Hatch Tablets and Computer...
Foundations of the TeachSmart Learning System
Start learning how TeachSmart can seamlessly integrates into your classrooms and curriculum! During this training learn the m...
Air Date: Sep 1, 2017 Presenter: Christie Clopton-Robinson
CoreFocus - Digital Portfolios
Capturing information on how children are progressing can be difficult, but with the digital portfolio feature on the TeachSm...
Don't Miss our short video segments with our latest Hatch Technology p...
In this episode, watch as Hatch President, Ginny Norton shows how every second of child-game play is captured in our real-tim...
Feb 21, 2017
WePlaySmart® - Taking Turns: Emotional Skills - Hatch M...
Watch this video to see one of our WePlaySmart® Taking Turns Activities for the Hatch Mutli-Touch Table in act...
"Plays Nice with Others": How Educators Can Best Support Social Emotio...
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) promotes well-being and school success for children. Join this compelling webinar to learn ab...
Air Date: Apr 25, 2013 Presenter: Katherine Zinsser, PhD
Physical Literacy: Learn, Move, Achieve
ou are what you believe, and your beliefs are ingrained early. According to psychologist Dr. Abigail Brenner, behaviors are s...
Publish Date: Jul 16, 2015 Author: Jenne Parks
Tablets Buyer Guide
A little research goes a long way to make sure tablets and accompanying software fulfill the special requirements of early ...
Upload Date: Feb 22, 2017
Autism in Early Childhood | April Webinar Sneak Peak
In celebration of Autism Awareness month, Hatch has teamed up with Melissa K. Burkhardt, M.S. Ed., BCBA to bring you our thir...
Publish Date: Apr 3, 2015 Author: Ginny Norton
Using Music to Boost Infant and Toddler Development
Join us on November 12th as Hatch teams up with Kindermusik to bring you a free webinar that will detail how and why music an...
Air Date: Oct 15, 2015 Presenter: Betsy Flanagan
iStartSmart® - Dual Language Activity Selection for Hat...
Our iStartSmart® Elite Software comes with a Dual Language Activity feature. Teachers can choose All English, ...
Success in Special Ed: Mercer County
Hatch Technology is helping special education students and teachers achieve success in a West Virginia School District nestle...
10 Tips for Using Technology in Your Classroom
Research tells us that exposure to technology from an early age contributes to success in education. The use of appropriate t...
Air Date: Oct 13, 2016 Presenter: Sarah Sweney, Jenne Parks
Inspire Wonder - Playful Science Learning in the Early Years
Our first webinar of the Spring 2018 season is fast approaching and we are excited to have Beth Wilson, M.S.Ed. Executive Dir...
Publish Date: Feb 13, 2018 Author: Hatch Experts Team
Make the most of your technology investment with a professional develo...
Publish Date: Feb 8, 2018 Author: Hatch Experts Team
Fine Motor Skills...Write Out of the Box!
Join occupational therapist and NAEYC speaker, Marianne Gibbs, for an engaging session on the fine motor development of young...
Air Date: Aug 18, 2015 Presenter: Marianne Gibbs
Administrator Workshop : Schools, Teachers, Reports, Oh My!
Need ideas to drive implementation and success with technology? Join us to learn more about how to integrate technology and k...
Air Date: Aug 7, 2017 Presenter: Joan Baker
5 Steps to School Readiness
When I listen to people talk about the 21st century classroom I often hear the discussion turn immediately to how to get as ...
Upload Date: Jan 1, 2017
Inspire Wonder: Playful Science Learning in the Early Years
Join my webinar to deepen your understanding of the foundations of quality early science experiences, and gain ideas for play...
Air Date: Feb 15, 2018 Presenter: Beth Wilson M.S.Ed.
Early Language and Literacy Development for English Learners
In this helpful and informative webinar, Dr. Cardenas-Hagan will present best practices, techniques, and activities for dual ...
Air Date: Sep 21, 2015 Presenter: Dr. Cardenas-Hagan
Cultivating Creativity for You and Your Classroom
Sanity Saves: Tips for Teachers and Parents The following contains some ideas to help you make the most of life's mundane mom...
Publish Date: May 12, 2016 Author: Hatch Experts Team
Don't miss our short video segments with our latest Hatch Technology p...
Key Findings From The National Early Literacy Panel Report
The final National Early Literacy Panel (NELP) report, "Developing Early Literacy" was released last week in Washington D.C. ...
Publish Date: Jan 13, 2009 Author: Hatch Experts Team
Evaluating Early Childhood Classroom Technology Solutions
Trying to decide which technology solution is right for you? Take a look at this video to help give you the tools to decide o...
Autism and Friendships: Peer Mediated Instruction and Intervention
April is Autism awareness month and to raise awareness we are excited to have Hatch Expert Melissa Burkhardt join us for this...
Air Date: Apr 7, 2016 Presenter: Melissa Burkhardt
TeachSmart® Number Activity in Spanish for Hatch Intera...
Watch this video to see one of our TeachSmart® Number Activities for Hatch Interactive Displays and Whiteboard...
The Definitive Guide to Grant Writing
Is a grant application deadline looming in the horizon? At Hatch, we know that the grant preparation process in general can b...
Upload Date: Feb 16, 2017
iStartSmart® - Child-Safe Environment for Hatch Compute...
Watch this video detailing our child-safe environment on our iStartSmart® software.
Promoting Healthy Social-Emotional Development in Young Children...
Children are born with the need and desire to connect with those around them. When teachers and providers establish positive ...
Air Date: Apr 20, 2017 Presenter: Kara Dukakis and Nicole Kreller
The Importance of Teaching Multiculturalism & Diversity
improve positive socialization behaviors among children. The impact of culture on learning and behavior is n...
Publish Date: Feb 6, 2012 Author: Jenne Parks
Children Crash-Test the Patented Hatch Tablet Bumper
Want to know if our Hatch Tablets can survive the everyday classroom? Check out this crash-test from the kids themselves!
Soften your classroom’s environment with pieces inspired by the Regg...
The Reggio Emilia approach is an early childhood education philosophy that has inspired educators and children across the wor...
Publish Date: Jul 11, 2017 Author: Hatch Experts
Teacher Workshop 4: Reports, Reports, Reports
In this workshop you will identify ways to quickly gather valuable information from the Hatch technology. We will dive into t...
Air Date: Aug 29, 2017 Presenter: Joan Baker
Kindergarten Readiness - Brain Power: From Neurons to Networks
Learn the mechanics that lead to Kindergarten readiness. Journey with us as we explore our early learner's brain.
The Vital Guide to Monitoring Child Progress
Learn how you can improve child outcomes in these 5 simple steps for monitoring progress.
Upload Date: Feb 13, 2017
TeachSmart® - Literacy Activity for Hatch Interactive D...
Watch this video to see one of our TeachSmart® Literacy Activities for Hatch Interactive Displays and Whiteboa...
An Introduction to HatchSync powered by GOLD®
Hatch Early Learning and Teaching Strategies have partnered together to create HatchSync powered by GOLD®,...
Air Date: Apr 12, 2016 Presenter: Sarah Zona and Jennifer Mosley
New Research Reveals Best Practices for Teaching ELL Students
An Interview with Dr. Catherine Miller, Early Childhood Researcher Dr. Catherine Miller recently completed her doctorate rese...
Publish Date: Sep 30, 2015 Author: Hatch Experts Team
"What's REALLY Happening with Technology in Early Childhood Programs" ...
What a great way to end our Fall 2013 Hatch Experts series! We had a record turnout for "What's REALLY Happening with Techno...
Publish Date: Dec 18, 2013 Author: Ginny Norton
WePlaySmart® - Connect: Executive Function - Hatch Mult...
Watch this video to see one of our WePlaySmart® Executive Function Activities for the Hatch Mutli-Touch Table ...
Capture Child Gameplay Down to the Second!
At Hatch, we are dedicated to developing thoughtful, innovative solutions so that every child is prepared for success in scho...
Publish Date: Feb 22, 2017 Author: Hatch Experts Team
In this episode, watch as Hatch President, Ginny Norton discusses with 3-year old Vinny how iStartSmart® produc...
Feb 6, 2017
The Power of Playing Together: Hatch introduces WePlaySmart 3.0
The next generation of collaborative play is here! We have updated our state-of-the-art multi-touch table and created WePlayS...
Publish Date: Jul 7, 2017 Author: Hatch Experts Team
Hatch Teacher Tablet
The Hatch Teacher Tablet is a turnkey solution designed with teachers in mind. Watch this video to see how it can help teache...
Building Social-Emotional Skills in the Classroom
Building Social Emotional Skills in the classroom using WePlaySmart.
Upload Date: Jan 27, 2017
WePlaySmart® - Connecting: Social and Emotional Skills ...
Watch this video to see one of our WePlaySmart® Connecting Activities for the Hatch Mutli-Touch Table in actio...
WePlaySmart® - Hatch Multi-Touch Table
The first and only multi-touch table with content that develops social-emotional skills. Watch and learn about this powerful ...
What a STEMtacular Webinar!
We had such a great time at last month’s STEM Education in Pre-K Webinar! Kara Dukakis (Senior Vice President for the Stron...
Publish Date: Oct 20, 2017 Author: Hatch Expert Team
Hatch Classrooms for Infant, Toddler, Pre-K and Kindergarten Classroom...
Looking to expand your pre-school program, start a new center or just need a refresh? Check out Hatch's expert-designed class...
An Early Advantage
Kiddie Academy has been a leader in early childhood education for over 30 years.
Aug 28, 2017
