Concept information
Preferred term
preschool education
Definition
- The goal of preschool education in the United States is to provide young children with access to stimulating environments and experiences in which they can thrive and learn before they begin their formal education. Throughout history, children have been cared for by parents, relatives, and neighbors. [Source: The Social History of the American Family: An Encyclopedia; Education, Preschool]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/preschool_education
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