Play-based early childhood programs can help young kids develop emotional regulation and problem-solving skills, traits that can serve them well throughout childhood.
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Caring for a toddler can be challenging and requires patience. Understanding the psychology behind a toddler’s actions can help weather some of the rockier days.
Early childhood development centres in South Africa, particularly in low-income communities, provide services which many of these children and their families wouldn’t cope without.
Comprehensive early childhood education, mental health support, internet connectivity and post-secondary funding are part of reducing the consequences of poverty so all students may excel.
When families need to spend more time and money taking care of their kids on weekdays, it can take a toll on careers – especially for women.
If you’re confused about all the millions and billions thrown around for education by the two major parties, here’s the low-down on what the policies actually mean.
The policy would create “a quality, two year program that boosts development in the most important years of a child’s development – an investment of an additional $1.75 billion into early education.”
Providing text-message tips to parents on how to make their children stronger readers can make a difference, but only if parents don’t get too many or too few text messages, researchers find.
The latest OECD report on early learning education and care gives Australia a mixed report card.
Child support grants are an income resource that enables caregivers to make healthier food choices and provide the means to send their children to school earlier.
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Director, Peter Noonan Policy Impact Program, Mitchell Institute, Victoria University
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Lecturer, University of Johannesburg
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Associate Professor, The Bush School of Government and Public Service, Texas A&M University
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Victoria University
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