Early Childhood Education
Choosing High-Quality Pre-K Curriculum and Instructional Materials
Guidance for state and district leaders
How Playful Pedagogy Supports Curricula and Other Learning Goals for Children
Children need access to “rich content and playful educational experiences that build their foundational skills.”
Stop the Dismemberment of the U.S. Department of Education
Congress should ask the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to examine how breaking apart ED affects services to students.
Transition into Kindergarten: Planning a Year Ahead
Kindergarten is already two months underway, but this conversation isn’t about this year’s students—it’s about next year’s incoming class.
Bridging the Gaps in Disability Policy: Reclaiming the Promise of the ADA
Disabled people are not passive recipients of policy outcomes; they are experts on their own lives and the systems they operate within.
The Ripple Effects of Cutting Undocumented Children Off from Early Childhood Education
All children and families served by Head Start set to lose under new rule adopted by the Trump Administration.
Head Start for America’s Children Act of 2025 Proposes Fully Funding the 60-Year-Old Program
New bill offers support for student parents, the early childhood workforce, and more
Early Math Intervention Builds Momentum in 2025
Better math proficiency early in a student’s education often means better reading and math skills later on.
Supporting Young Children with Disabilities and Their Families: Federal Policy Updates and Resources for State Advocates
A fact sheet from New America and Start Early supports advocates to stay informed and take action.