The Evidence is in the Numbers
The Basics is a nationally recognized initiative that empowers families to care for and cultivate healthy beginnings for their children by providing resources for healthy childhood development.
The Basics Waccamaw invests in the early years of a child’s life. Through methods that are both practical and nationally recognized, The Basics Waccamaw uses a fun approach to kindergarten readiness that’s specific to the Tri-County area. Our work here contributes to the Basics Learning Network (BLN) and the early childhood development field at large. Data we collect about our efforts here in the Waccamaw Region helps us uncover areas for improvement and implement new ideas to share with caregivers and children across the area.
1+ million
new brain connections are built per second when caregivers talk, read, sing and play with a baby.
90%
new brain connections are built per second when caregivers talk, read, sing and play with a baby.
25%
Children are 25% more likely to graduate from high school when they experience quality early learning.
60%
of all energy a baby expends is concentrated in the brain.
With The Basics, we can literally change the trajectory of a child’s life. The Basics have to be infused through every aspect of what we do because we can help, with these efforts, generations of people in our community. … My life purpose, right now, you are witness to it.
Sandra McCroom – President and CEO
Children’s Services of Roxbury, Boston, MA
