Growing up in France, I don’t remember many teachers or adults offering praise. In fact, I remember quite the opposite: extreme rigor and a focus on showing students what they could have done better. Times

As parents, you may sometimes wonder: “I see my kids playing in preschool, but are they really getting academically ready for school?” The short answer is yes, and more. In high-quality early childhood programs, play

In media education, it’s often said: “Merely producing media is not media literacy, although media literacy should include media production.” This quote, from Renee Hobbs, highlights the difference between creating content and truly understanding it,

In a world where screens are everywhere and almost impossible to avoid, I want to ensure that the space I create for young minds is safe for playing, learning, and growing their brains screen-free. As

When we think about the future of our society, safer neighborhoods, a stronger economy, and more equitable opportunities—it might be surprising to learn that one of the most effective places to start is with toddlers

  As someone deeply passionate about early childhood development and currently training at Santa Rosa Junior College, I often get asked: What makes a high-quality early learning environment? One of the strongest answers from research