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Article Guidelines

Please review/include the following before submitting articles for consideration

  • Preferred phone number and email address.
  • Photograph of author—can be color or black and white, must be a high-resolution digital file.
  • Current biographical statement—approximately 350 characters.
  • Article graphics/photos — high-resolution with photo credits.
  • Article length—approximately 1,200 - 1,800 words.
  • Article format—Word document, 12pt font, single or 1.5 spaced and only one space between sentences.
  • APA style references for inclusion with article. Accuracy of references is the responsibility of the author.
  • Email as an attachment to Sara Gilliam: [email protected]

Article Topics in Search of Authors

  • Advocacy and Policy
  • Anti-bias and Anti-racist Practice
  • Behavior
  • Child Development
  • Classroom and Outdoor Design
  • Community Partnerships
  • Developmentally Appropriate Practice
  • Diversity and Multicultural Topics
  • Emotional Maturity
  • Health and Mental Health
  • Inspiring Programs
  • Language Development and Literacy
  • Leadership
  • Management
  • STEM/STEAM
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Nature and Outdoor Learning
  • Partnering with Families
  • Professional Development
  • Reimagining Our Work
  • Research and Practice
  • Science
  • Social-emotional Development
  • Supporting Staff
  • Team Building
  • Technology in the Classroom
Other suggestions welcome. Send a 1-2 paragraph pitch to Sara Gilliam at the email address above.



Exchange is committed to supporting early childhood professionals worldwide in their efforts to craft early childhood environments where adults and children live - environments that foster friendship, curiosity, self-esteem, joy, and respect; where the talents of all are fully challenged and justly rewarded.