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Play-Based Learning
What is Play-Based Learning? Play-based learning is an engaging educational approach that places play at the heart of the learning experience. It acknowledges that children
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National Institute for Early Education Research
Texas Offers Access to Early Education Despite Low Per-Pupil Spending
Texas ranks 11th nationally in access to early childhood education for 4-year-olds and 15th for 3-year-olds, with 52% of 4-year-olds and 11% of 3-year-olds enrolled
childcare deserts
Early Childhood Education Challenges: Childcare Deserts
What Are Childcare Deserts? Childcare deserts are areas where there are too few licensed slots in early childcare centers or sites, for the number of
City of San Antonio
San Antonio’s Widespread Childcare Deserts
According to an article by Texas Public Radio, San Antonio’s childcare deserts—areas lacking sufficient childcare options—are more widespread than previously understood. The research indicates that
Brighton Center
What is Early Childhood Intervention?
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) is a Texas Health and Human Services Commission program for families with children from birth to 36 months with disabilities, developmental
PRE-K 4 SA
Early Childhood Education: Challenges for Educators
All Children Deserve Quality Early Education and Care Beginning at birth, every child should have the opportunity to benefit from high-quality early childhood education delivered
Childcare crisis
Texas’ Childcare Crisis Must be Top Priority for Legislature
By David Feigen, For the Express-News Texas families face significant barriers to accessing affordable, high-quality childcare, affecting parents’ ability to work, pursue education, and maintain
pre-k programs
Challenges for the Texas Childcare Industry
An AP News article titled “A battered childcare industry’s latest challenge? Competing for 4 year olds” highlights the challenges for the childcare industry in Texas.
New Braunfels Childcare Workers Feeling Undervalued
The Herald- Zeitung article, “Teachers, not babysitters” states that childcare providers in New Braunfels play a pivotal role in early childhood education. Yet despite
North Carolina Childcare
Businesses Suggest Solutions Amid Childcare Crisis
According to The Assembly article “N.C. Businesses Scramble to Address Child Care Crisis”, North Carolina is facing a significant childcare challenge. More than a quarter
