Preschool education, early learning activities and development ideas that help young children build foundational skills, confidence, curiosity and a positive approach to learning.
The Cabo Verde government is rolling out a new scheme to provide free or subsidised childcare for up to 1,000 children from low-income families, aiming to ease the burden on families and promote labour participation. Cabo Verde’s government has said…
Experts advise that unambiguous, calm instructions and consistent praise can improve children’s responsiveness, reducing the need for repeated requests from parents. Many parents know the scene: a child is told to get ready, the request is repeated, and repeated again,…
New international research highlights the significant differences in daily step counts among three- and four-year-olds worldwide, influenced by geography, socioeconomic factors, and gender, offering insights into early childhood activity patterns. A new international study suggests that many preschool children move…
Despite limited space and workforce challenges, Hawaiʻi is prioritising quality and long-term accessibility in its preschool expansion, aiming for universal access by 2032 while improving early learning standards and infrastructure. Hawaiʻi’s debate over preschool expansion should not be reduced to…
Expert advice emphasises creating low-pressure, predictable opportunities for autistic children to connect with peers, focusing on shared interests and explicit social skills instruction to foster natural friendships in school settings. Helping an autistic child make friends at school is less…
Children often struggle with maths not due to ability, but because of anxiety and skill gaps. Expert advice highlights practical strategies for parents and teachers to foster confidence, reduce pressure, and differentiate between anxiety and learning difficulties like dyscalculia. A…
Utah launches a practical, game-based initiative to help parents support young children’s numeracy skills at home, aiming to improve future achievement and strengthen family bonds. Utah is trying a hands-on answer to a familiar problem: many parents want to help…
New Mexico’s pioneering free child-care initiative, launched in November 2025, offers significant savings for families but struggles with provider shortages and budget overruns as demand grows, raising questions about sustainable universal access. New Mexico’s free child-care programme is already changing…
Experts highlight the surprising benefits of allowing children unstructured downtime in a digital age, arguing that brief periods of boredom promote resilience, creativity, and independence amid relentless screen time. Children’s boredom may feel inconvenient in the moment, but experts say…
The new Thriving Kids programme begins rollout, aiming to shift support for children with autism and developmental delays from the NDIS to community-based services, amid concerns over implementation and future gaps. Thriving Kids begins its first rollout on 1 October,…
New international study establishes baseline step counts for three- and four-year-olds, offering a tool for health professionals to monitor and promote healthy growth through physical activity. Children aged three and four take a median of 18,542 steps a day, according…
A new approach called Spinmama champions simple, movement-based sensory activities that integrate into everyday routines, fostering physical, cognitive, and emotional growth in young children without the need for specialised equipment. Parents looking for simple ways to support early development are…
