In a recent study published in the Journal of Early Childhood Research, researchers investigated the benefits of early childhood education and care (ECEC), especially during the backdrop of the ...

Language acquisition in early childhood represents a fundamental aspect of human cognitive development, where children rapidly transform acoustic signals into a rich, structured linguistic system.

The temporary, repeated hearing loss caused by chronic ear infections can affect language skills years later. Ear infections are a common childhood experience, but a new study suggests parents should ...

During this period, roughly covering ages 3 to 5, a child’s personality, interests, and social orientation begin to come into focus, but parents should keep in mind that personality traits, personal ...

Early childhood development is a demanding field – especially during the pandemic, as parents seek well-trained, compassionate educators and caregivers who can set their young children up for success.

Preschool programs are a valuable route for children to acquire the cognitive, physical and socio-emotional skills they need to do well in primary school and later in life. In poor countries, where ...

The University of Minnesota’s early childhood department is developing a degree program that aims to make an early childhood bachelor’s degree accessible for Ojibwe students. In Ojibwe, ...