How architectural design can support play in preschool How can buildings affect early education, and what impact could they have on children’s development? by Jack Graham / June 13, 2019
Learning new words through play Research suggests that children learn vocabulary just as effectively through play as through shared book reading Interview by Aisha Schnellmann / May 22, 2019
Men rarely work in early education – does it matter? Having a male early educator might make a difference in a child’s development. A combined male-female workforce seems to have many benefits by Jack Graham / May 17, 2019
Starting them young: Government investments in early childhood education Strengthening individual knowledge and skills should be at the core of policymakers’ agenda for economic growth and development by Sarah Grace See / April 17, 2019
From “philosopher” to “negotiator” – these parental roles help kids thrive Harvard economist Ron Ferguson explains the different approaches used by parents of highly successful children Interview by Jack Graham / February 27, 2019
Questions provide an opportunity to promote a child’s learning By paying attention to children's questions, we learn what they understand about a topic by Caroline Morano / February 4, 2019
Preparing children for life, not just for school Strengthening development opportunities for children in marginalized communities of Nepal by Agatha Thapa / December 19, 2018
“How do people rise out of poverty into middle class? Through education.” James Urdang of Education Africa discusses reforming education in South Africa, one step at a time Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / December 14, 2018
“Psychosocial wellbeing is necessary to reach one’s full potential” Noreen Huni talks about helping children in sub-Saharan Africa learn to feel good about themselves Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / December 12, 2018
Neglect in early childhood has deep effects on how body and brain develop Megan Gunnar explains how the body modifies its stress physiology in response to harsh or supportive environments Interview by Sabine Gysi / November 26, 2018
“We can no longer afford to neglect early childhood education” High-quality child care is crucial for a well-functioning society and economy, according to Martin Hafen Interview by Sylvana Klang / November 21, 2018
Even three-year-olds have a keen sense of fairness Very young children already have a nuanced appreciation of intentionality by Jessica Carolyn Bühler / November 14, 2018
