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This approach: Recognizing that families are children's first and most important teachers, effective early childhood education programs prioritize family engagement through: Early childhood education initiatives...

Children who receive high quality early education are more likely to: Early childhood education's focus on social-emotional development yields long-term benefits, including: Investing...

Seek out programs that strike the right middle ground between guided by teachers and children-directed activities, fostering both structured learning as well as...

By understanding how factors such as the age of the child and the type of care influence the average cost...

The fees for centers that provide specialized programs such as STEM education or foreign language immersion may be higher...

You could send an email or make a quick call to your child's caregiver every week...

Children who receive quality education in their early years are more likely to adopt healthy habits such as...

Ensure the childcare provider has proper safety measures in place, such as secure entrances and exits and emergency plans.

Children who receive quality education in their early years are more likely to adopt healthy habits such as...

You should also consider any special needs they may have, such as allergies or medical conditions, and ensure that the provider can...