Child Development
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Rethinking the Goal of Childhood Education
When thinking about the goal of childhood education, the word success comes to mind. But how do we define success in our children? Many ... -
Relying on the 30 Million Word Gap To Shape Early Childhood Policy
Around 25 years ago, Betty Hart and Todd Risley put together an influential study which quantified a stunning 30 million word gap between the ... -
Rethinking Early Childhood Policy: Finding Our Way Out of the Silos
The memory of former New York Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan reverberates some 16 years after his passing, especially when it comes to his sometimes ... -
The Benefits of Learning Science in Early Childhood
For many when the subject of science is brought up images of the cell, frog dissections, and planets come to mind. While these are ... -
Kids are Born Creative Geniuses But the Education System Destroys Imagination
One of the growing concerns of the education system, from parents, teachers, and students alike, is the increasing amount of mandated testing. While standardized ... -
Importance of Hands-On Learning In Early Education
When young children are introduced to school, usually through a pre-k program, it is essential that it is a pleasant experience. This first experience ... -
7 Frequently Asked Questions About Articulation Disorders
Are you the parent of a child with an articulation disorder, who is looking for answers to their questions? Well, look no further. In ... -
Protecting Brains, Stimulating Minds: The Early Life Roots of Success in School
Early childhood education is sometimes dismissed as unimportant – or at the very least considered far less essential than later education in primary and ... -
Keeping Kids with Developmental Differences Safe
When working with students with disabilities and differences, professionals must take specific steps to foster a sense of respect and community in which other ... -
Race, Education, and Social Mobility: Why Pre-K Matters for Children of Color
What do you think of when you think about preschool? Naps and snacks and playing on the playground? Storytime, lunch, and coloring books? Do ...
