Making the Case
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Center on the Developing Child
The Center strives to present information, especially scientific information, in a way that is accessible to a wide range of readers. Download briefs, videos, presentations, tools and guides.
view link by Center on the Developing ChildFive Numbers to Remember about Early Childhood Development
These five numbers illustrate the importance of early childhood to the learning, behavior, and health of later life and explain why getting things right the first time is easier and more effective than trying to fix them later.
view link by Center on the Developing ChildA divided electorate is united on early childhood education
The First Five Years Fund’s annual national poll shows that early childhood education is one of the best ways for candidates to connect with voters because it is one of their top priorities–regardless of party.
view link by First Five Years FundHow data empowers parents
When parents have the right information to make decisions, students excel!
view link by Data Quality CampaignWe need to talk about child care for black families
Access to affordable childcare is much more dire for Black women and their families.
view link by UltravioletLifecycle Benefits of an Influential Early Childhood Program - One pager
Start at birth, coordinate services into comprehensive early childhood programs and achieve greater economic and social gains.
view link by The Heckman EquationWhat ‘Transforming the Workforce’ Says About Developing Children’s Social Emotional Skills
Research provides a clear link between young children’s social-emotional skills and academic success
view link by New AmericaEarly Math Skills Crucial to Children’s Learning
Most classrooms and teachers underprepared to teach math well, according to ‘Transforming the Workforce’ report.
view link by New America5 Things to Know About Early Childhood Home Visiting
There has been a great deal of research, over many decades, examining the use of home visiting to reach vulnerable children and families. Based on this research, here are five things to know.
view link by Child Trends5 Things to Know About the Early Childhood Workforce
Research on early brain development highlights the importance of quality early care and education, yet low wages make it difficult to attract and retain qualified staff. Here are five critical facts about the early childhood workforce.
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