Preschool education, early learning activities and development ideas that help young children build foundational skills, confidence, curiosity and a positive approach to learning.
A federal proposal to overhaul Head Start could jeopardise access to essential early childhood support, risking setbacks for vulnerable families like TaNisha Thomas’s who rely on the programme to escape crisis. TaNisha Thomas knows first-hand what is at stake when…
Research from the University of Iowa reveals that speaking and gesturing simultaneously during interactions significantly boosts brain alignment between parents and children, promoting more effective learning. As the new school year begins, a University of Iowa study suggests that one…
Parents can nurture early coding skills in children aged three to five through playful, low-cost activities that emphasise problem-solving and pattern recognition, with tools ranging from kitchen grid games to free digital platforms. Parents do not need to spend heavily…
Expert advice urges parents to reconsider the rush to fill every spare moment with activities, highlighting the importance of downtime and unstructured play for children’s mental health and creativity. Parents often assume that a fuller diary means a better childhood,…
A Florida International University study finds that children as young as three use sophisticated, whole-object strategies for mental rotation tasks, suggesting early emergence of advanced spatial skills. A new Florida International University study suggests that even preschoolers may tackle mental…
A new approach to small group instruction in kindergarten emphasises responsiveness and flexibility, boosting literacy and maths skills through tailored, sustainable routines that adapt to children’s evolving needs. Teaching foundational skills in kindergarten works best when instruction is responsive, not…
Georgia becomes the first US state to fully meet all 10 quality benchmarks set by NIEER for preschool programmes, thanks to increased investment and improved classroom standards, marking a significant milestone in early childhood education. Georgia has become the first…
A comprehensive review from the University of Cambridge highlights that reading for enjoyment not only enhances mental well-being and empathy but may also lower dementia risk, prompting calls to foster reading habits in children and adults amid declining engagement among…
Learning Heroes introduces ‘Team Up for Success’, a practical online toolkit to foster early communication and collaboration between families and teachers, supporting children’s learning and wellbeing. Helping parents and teachers work as a team is the central idea behind a…
Doctors in Germany observe a surge in developmental delays among young children linked to increased passive screen use during the pandemic, prompting calls for intervention and awareness. In a therapy room in Berlin-Charlottenburg, a small girl steps carefully across a…
Despite significant investment in public preschool, Hawaiʻi faces a decline in private providers and ongoing childcare challenges, leading to uneven access and reduced family choices across communities. Hawaiʻi’s push towards universal preschool has delivered more free places for families, but…
Turkey’s Ministry of National Education has launched its first comprehensive play strategy, emphasising the importance of play in education, physical activity, and cultural heritage, with plans to protect recess, expand traditional games, and integrate play into lifelong learning. Turkey’s Ministry…
