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 ...

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 ...

This toolkit provides information and resources to help state policymakers advocate for increased investments in their state child care and early learning systems. A preschool student raises their ...

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 ...

In Malta, as in many other countries, early childhood education and care (ECEC) is increasingly recognised as a critical developmental and social investment rather than a purely custodial service.