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First Time Parents Want To Better Understand First Time Parenting: Research

The Editors·October 10, 2018·3 min read

Parenting is hard. First time parents have it even harder, given that these parents have never done it before. New research shows that helping first-time parents better understand parenting skills translate into improved outcomes for children and society.

Washington, D.C.’s Universal Preschool Leads to Parental Employment Gains

Paul Cohn·October 8, 2018·2 min read

How does a public preschool program enable thousands of mothers with young children to enter the workforce? A Center for American Progress study explains.

What Makes the ‘Marshmallow Test’ So Iconic?

Ellen Galinsky·September 28, 2018·8 min read

The Marshmallow Test has sparked debate and inspired replication for more than 40 years. Is it a true measurement of executive function skills and therefore predictive of life success for all children or not so for less advantaged children?

How to Nurture Curious Kids

The Editors·September 26, 2018·2 min read

Curiosity is a key part of early childhood learning. How can we nurture curious kids? The Character Lab offers a playbook with overview, facilitation guide, prep activity, and lots more.

Early Childhood Education News Roundup

The Editors·September 21, 2018·2 min read

In the roundup: Why teachers are the early education key; two new study grants; IL report means early learning opportunity

Early Childhood Education News Roundup

The Editors·October 9, 2018·2 min read

In the roundup: Asking toddlers questions while reading helps with their development; new early learning case studies for superintendents; and in Tennessee, an education group encourages gubernatorial hopefuls to boost early childhood learning

How To Get the Preschool to Kindergarten Transition Right

The Editors·October 1, 2018·2 min read

For children and their parents, the transition from preschool to kindergarten is an exciting and daunting time -- and getting it right can make a big difference in a child's education success down the road. The Education Commission of the States outlines the keys to successful transitions.

Tonja Rucker, Program Director, Early Childhood Success, National League of Cities

How U.S. Cities Are Leading the Way to Support Early Learning

The Editors·September 27, 2018·3 min read

How are cities and towns grappling with a host of urgent challenges? According to Tonja Rucker of the National League of Cities, mayors and city leaders are testing cutting-edge strategies and developing bold solutions that place children at the center of every decision.

New Film Explores Policies, Realities of Early Childhood Learning

The Editors·September 24, 2018·6 min read

"No Small Matter is the first feature documentary to explore the most overlooked, underestimated, and powerful force for good in America today: early childhood education... The film lays out the overwhelming evidence for the importance of the first five years, and reveals how our failure to act on that evidence has resulted in an everyday crisis for American families, and a slow-motion catastrophe for the country."

How Much Does Daycare Cost? It May Be Family’s Largest Household Expense

Paul Cohn·September 18, 2018·3 min read

How much does daycare cost? As we reported earlier, the national cost of child care has risen faster than the...

Parents and Caregivers

First Time Parents Want To Better Understand First Time Parenting: Research

Washington, D.C.’s Universal Preschool Leads to Parental Employment Gains

What Makes the ‘Marshmallow Test’ So Iconic?

How to Nurture Curious Kids

Early Childhood Education News Roundup

Early Childhood Education News Roundup

How To Get the Preschool to Kindergarten Transition Right

How U.S. Cities Are Leading the Way to Support Early Learning

New Film Explores Policies, Realities of Early Childhood Learning

How Much Does Daycare Cost? It May Be Family’s Largest Household Expense

The Many Cases for Child Care

5 Questions for the Governor: Oklahoma’s Kevin Stitt

Gordon Hartman’s Ultra-Accessible™ Ambitions

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