The Early Learning Framework is a document written primarily for educators and others involved in and supporting early learning, with a focus on children from birth to age eight (approximately grade 3). The Framework recognizes that families have the most important role in the development of their children's well-being and learning. Nurturing a sense of well-being and belonging is based on children's relationship with their families, communities, and their cultures, environments and the world. Families are the first teachers of their children. Through families, children may hear stories, poems, rhythms, chants, and songs that connect to their cultures and traditions. Throughout the Early Learning Framework, educators are encouraged to collaborate, communicate and wonder about children's learning with families. Families may choose to begin a dialogue with their child's educator to learn more about the Early Learning Framework, and how it supports their child's early learning. This document discusses the importance of families; the Early Learning Framework; the vision of the Framework; the two key sets of principles of learning in the Framework; the four living inquiries in the Framework; and the role of families. [For the revised "British Columbia Early Learning Framework" (2019), see ED605504.]