National Association for the Education of Young Children
About Us
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is dedicated to improving the well-being of all young children, with particular focus on the quality of educational and developmental services for all children from birth through age 8. NAEYC is committed to becoming an increasingly high performing and inclusive organization.
Founded in 1926, NAEYC is the world's largest organization working on behalf of young children with nearly 100,000 members, a national network of over 300 local, state, and regional Affiliates, and a growing global alliance of like-minded organizations.
Articles by National Association for the Education of Young Children
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Tips for Easy Back-to-School Transitions
The summer is just about over. No more going to bed late, sleeping in every morning, or playing outside until dark. Now...
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"I Can Do It Myself": Encouraging Independence in Young Children
From an early age, a child’s search for independence is fueled by the desire to make things happen and to feel...
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Seven Ways for Young Children to Be Smart
Early childhood professionals have always looked at the whole picture when considering children's intelligence....
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Children Who Just Watch
While many young children, when given the opportunity, will immediately engage in play with others, families and early...
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Mathematics Through Play
Everyday routines and play events offer rich opportunities for teaching your children about mathematics. Integrating...
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Back-to-School Time: Tips to Help Children Adjust
Back to school time often means changes for children and families: the first day of kindergarten or first grade; new...
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The Value of School Recess and Outdoor Play
The delights of the outdoors are among the deepest, most passionate joys of childhood, however increasing demands on...
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Teaching Young Children Through Work and Play
We have learned so much recently about the importance of play for young children that many families may overlook how...
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Enjoying Stress-Free Summer Activities
It's summertime, school is out, and many families are at their wit's end about how to fill three months of their...
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Raising a Reader
Children learn to love the sound of language before they ever notice the existence of printed words on a page. They coo...
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