Research has shown that about 90 percent of brain development occurs by the time a child is five years old, yet 90 percent of public investment in education happens after age five. Recognizing the ...

The preschool years present a critical developmental period sensitive to changes in public health and social policy, for which robust investments in programs that support families can improve ...

Christine Alden is affiliated with the Lawson Foundation, a funder of The Conversation Canada. University of Toronto provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation CA. University of ...

Researchful practice in early years education and childcare (EYEC) involves educators actively engaging with research to inform and enhance quality in their settings. This approach goes beyond simply ...