In the first years of life, as children observe, imitate, and interact with people and their environment, the brain is structuring a foundation for vocabulary,

Children are already learning at birth, and they develop and learn at a rapid pace in their early years. This provides a critical foundation for lifelong progre

"Essential for teachers and students to develop critical thinking skills is examining current dispositions and behaviors; to become more mindful of why we think

Early childhood educators are keenly aware of the importance of a child’s transition to “real school.” This transition is occurring earlier in a child’s