Early-childhood advocates have been concerned for some time that the academic expectations of elementary school are filtering down to kindergarten. Now, there’s a bit of pressure from the other ...

Two new initiatives are evaluating preschool curricula, making the case that programs designed to teach the youngest learners ...

Preschool lesson planning blends structure with play to create meaningful learning experiences for young children. By aligning daily activities with developmental goals, educators can nurture skills ...

EdSource · A University of California in the heart of farm country aims to attract more students Despite research showing the crucial importance of math at a preschool level for future academic ...

States are adopting varied approaches to preschool curriculum as new research emphasizes developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and play-based learning to boost kindergarten readiness.

Developmental kindergarten, also known as transitional kindergarten or begindergarten, is a program designed to cater to young children who may not be ready for the traditional kindergarten curriculum ...

Early childhood is a period of great developmental change that sets the foundation for all later learning and development. High-quality preschool is a key context for these developmental changes.