Joanne Jacobs
Does your kid’s preschool teacher need a degree?
Should preschool teachers be college graduates? “Our most important teachers” — preschool teachers — are paid the least, writes Jeneen...
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Joanne Jacobs
Oct 4, 20172 min read
To end inequality, more preschool?
“Inequality in America is apparent by age 3, writes writes Heather Long in the Washington Post. “Most rich kids are in school, while most...
Joanne Jacobs
Jun 13, 20172 min read
More work, less play makes Jack a smarter boy
Preschools where teachers teach about phonics, numbers and shapes produce cognitive gains for students — especially blacks — concludes a...
Joanne Jacobs
Apr 27, 20172 min read
Modeling high school on preschool
High school should be more like preschool, writes Sarah Garland in the Hechinger Report. That means more focus on relationships, play,...
Joanne Jacobs
Feb 18, 20171 min read
Bringing preschool home
By the first day of kindergarten, children with educated, affluent parents are far readier for school success than children from...
Joanne Jacobs
Feb 5, 20171 min read
‘Nature Preschools’ grow
“Nature preschools” are catching on, reports Education Week. Children play outside, exploring natural environments. All Friends Nature...
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