About Early Childhood Investigations
Early Childhood Investigations is your gateway to inspiring, conference-quality professional development!
This free webinar series, originally founded by Fran S. Simon, M.Ed., and now proudly produced by Playground, brings together respected thought leaders and experts in early care and education and related fields. Each session dives into meaningful, timely topics that spark fresh ideas and provide valuable insights for everyone in the workforce.
At Early Childhood Investigations, we’re passionate about removing barriers like distance, time, and cost, making professional development accessible to all. Our webinars are designed to inspire meaningful conversations within the early education community and empower directors and teachers to elevate their practice, fostering excellence in early care and education with hour-long bite-sized introductions to research-based and actionable practices you can apply the same day.
Since 2009, Early Childhood Investigations Webinars has transformed how educators grow and learn. Now, as of January 2025, Playground proudly took the reins as the series’ producer to drive it into the future. With unwavering dedication, Playground is expanding the reach of the series and creating even more valuable digital content. Their mission is to empower early educators with the tools and resources they need to make a lasting, positive impact on the children and families they serve.
While Fran’s remarkable vision and dedication to advancing early childhood education left an enduring legacy, Playground will ensure it continues into the future so you can continue to learn from the most respected experts.