All articles tagged with #early education
A large-scale French study over five years shows that gender differences in math skills emerge rapidly after children start school, with boys outperforming girls increasingly as they progress through grades, suggesting that early math instruction, rather than innate ability or social bias, may contribute to the gender gap.
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey has proposed a $588.7 million plan to address the state's child care crisis, including expanding low or no-cost preschool options, increasing child care subsidies, and maintaining grants for child care providers. The plan also involves partnering with the business community to expand access to child care and reduce costs for families. While the proposals need approval from the state legislature, they signal a strong focus on child care from Healey's administration, contrasting with recent budget cuts in other areas.
Dolly Parton is set to celebrate a milestone for early literacy in Washington state, highlighting her ongoing efforts to promote education and literacy among young children.