Edutopia, Turnaround for Children and others have released an extraordinary video series showcasing teaching practices, grounded in the science of learning and development, that educators can use in their classrooms right away. Read More
As we span the globe for early learning trends and insights, today we visit sub-Saharan Africa, where countries have made a big push to improve early childhood education. Get Ready: This is a story about a program called Tayari – a Kiswahili word that means “readiness.” Read More
Yesterday we highlighted the new report from the Aspen Institute: “From a Nation at Risk to a Nation at Hope: Recommendations from the National Commission on Social, Emotional, & Academic Development." Today we offer the recommendations. Read More
According to the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, about 94 percent of New York City's prekindergarten programs "met or exceeded a threshold that predicts positive student outcomes after pre-K." Read More
Might traumatic experiences have a so-called silver lining in sport? Read More
Missed the big Early Learning news this week? We've got the highlights! Read More
Our latest roundup covers the relationship between emotion and learning, the business case for early education, a new poll showing voters want Congress to come together on early learning, and more. Read More
A key conclusion: "Children learn best when we treat them as human beings, with social and emotional as well as academic needs." Read More
Beyond the science that explains the connection between child brain development and motivation, parents, caregivers and practitioners can take specific actions to help the process. Read More
Beyond the way children learn through play, it also can help kids heal from trauma. The Lego Foundation is teaming with Sesame Street to help children caught in global refugee crises. Read More
