Research & Resources
Explore research, data, resources, activities, worksheets, and tools developed by the Children’s Foundation of Mississippi through our projects, initiatives, and partnerships. From Mississippi KIDS COUNT research and data to practical resources for families, educators, community organizations, and other partners, these materials are designed to help people better understand children’s well-being and put information into action.
Browse the collection below to find research, tools, and resources that can support learning, planning, conversations, and work with children and families across Mississippi.
MS Home Education Association
Information and resources are available for parents wishing to home school their children in MS.
Blueprint for Improving the Future of Mississippi's Children
The Blueprint for Improving the Future of Mississippi's Children is the Children's Foundation of Mississippi's signature project, a data-driven roadmap toward a better future for all Mississippi's children.
Foundational Skills for Teaching Your Child to Read How-to Videos
Learn skills to use for years that show parents how to support and teach reading skills to their children.
COVID-19 & Our Children: A Data Brief
A science-backed, evidence-based data brief on COVID-19 and children in Mississippi, covering pediatric hospitalizations, masking effectiveness, and school safety.
Helping Your Child
The HELPING YOUR CHILD publication series from the US Department of Education gives parents tools and information to help their children succeed in school and life.
Navigating the Path to Healthy Development: Early Investment Pays Off!
This brief examines which states are leading the way in providing early intervention supports to children in their state.
Navigating the Path to Healthy Development: Today's Children Are Tomorrow's Leaders!
This brief examines Mississippi's early intervention system and the need for expanding its services to reach more young children.
Blueprint Phase II
The second Blueprint for Improving the Future of Mississippi's Children, covering ages 9 to 18 and identifying the top challenges facing Mississippi's children.