Talk it up: Children begin acquiring language skills at birth, so parents should talk to children as much as they can, telling stories and cracking jokes. Children from lower-income homes may hear 30 ...

Ready Readers volunteers visit classrooms in low-income communities to read aloud to young children, which can help build early literacy skills in preparation for kindergarten. Studies show that ...

At a time when the value of play is a raging debate in early education, Liliane Vanoy has an almost singular focus for the prekindergarten students enrolled in her school. Vanoy says the word three ...

Includes updates and/or revisions. A long-promised review of early-reading research concludes that teaching the alphabet and letter sounds in preschool strengthens children’s chances of success in ...

The 2024 Reading by 9 guide was created through the generous support of the Ballmer Group. This year’s guide spotlights articles, activities, book recommendations and more for parents and educators of ...

The Tasmanian Government is delivering a stronger Early Childhood Education and Care sector by giving educators the tools they need to increase workforce capability and improve outcomes for children.

From phonics books to sensory play tools, the right early learning resources can transform a classroom into a hub of curiosity and growth. Educators are turning to research-backed programs and ...

Early literacy flourishes when children explore language through playful, hands-on experiences. Combining intentional ...

Improving early literacy is not just an early education issue – it is one of Arizona’s most powerful strategies for economic success and expanding opportunity.

EdSource · Fresno Unified and teachers union join forces to put a roof over families' heads Fresno Unified and teachers union join forces to put a roof over families’ heads March 26, 2026 - Fresno ...

(Courtesy photo) "Jacob" is a recent graduate of the Waterford Upstart early literacy program for Pre-K age children. CONCORD — Parents of Pre-K age children throughout New Hampshire have until the ...

-- New statewide survey highlights a few bright spots while reporting continued and new challenges to child care access and program sustainability -- ATLANTA, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Quality ...