This document discusses early child development and contains information from a CORE Fall Meeting. It presents statements related to critical periods of development and asks the reader to indicate agreement or disagreement. Some key points made include: the window of opportunity for child development extends beyond just pregnancy through the first few years; bonding and attachment are not the same; and babies under 1 month can see and copy. The document also discusses how brain development occurs through forming connections in response to experiences and sensations, and how skills building resources can help support integrated child care and development.