Why it matters: High-quality, interactive media can support early language development, especially when paired with caregiver interaction. The bilingual boost: Creators inspired by Ms. Rachel are ...

Ms. Rachel’s slow pacing, exaggerated expressions, musical repetition, and long pauses mirror evidence-based strategies for early language development. Experts and programs nationwide are now adopting ...

Ms. Rachel has saved the sanity of parents by teaching ABCs, 123s and first words with her baby learning videos on YouTube. In real life, Ms. Rachel is Rachel Griffin-Accurso. A New York teacher and ...

Challenging common myths shows that language learning is more accessible, engaging, and beneficial than many people think.