It is a well known fact that the first few years of a child's life are the most influential in determining their potential for learning going forward, as well as in developing their personality and their understanding of the world. For this reason, teaching by parents at home in the early months is a necessity, as is a preschool education that involves dedicated teachers with an understanding of this specific age group. The following category offers information and resources for the early childhood education.

Site Listings

• Ask The Preschool Teacher - A place to ask questions and get responses from qualified preschool teachers. Includes an archive of questions asked previously.
• Early Childhood Education Web Guide - Provides childcare professionals with the up-to-date Internet resources.
• Earlychildhood.com - Improving the education and general life experience of young children. Advice from experts in the early childhood field, creative projects, and sharing of ideas and questions with the early childhood community.
• EdnoLand.com - On-line preschool community provides resources for teachers and parents, as well as interactive activities for young children.
• Lasting Benefits of Preschool Programs - Research article explores the long-term effects of various preschool educational efforts.
• Marilee Schuhrke's Page - Offers topically-organized annotated links to help teachers develop thematic units.
• Mothergoose.com - Free activities, crafts, games, and printables for ages 3 to 6.
• MuddlePuddle Early Years Home Education - Features thematic activities parents may do at home with toddlers; many games reflect the Montessori approach. Includes a support list and information on Cleft Lip and Palate.
• Pre-K Directory of Schools - Large, searchable directory of U.S. preschools.
• The Idea Box - Site aimed at parents and teachers of young children offers games, songs, kid recipes, craft ideas, and message boards.
• The Perpetual Preschool - Over 6,000 free songs, crafts, games, snack ideas, and learning activities for preschool and kindergarten educators to use in the classrooms. Includes thematic units, professional development resources, and teacher forums.

• Whiz Kids Academy. Preschool, Daycare, Childcare in Pasadena, California. - We are a preschool and daycare center providing early childhood education and quality childcare to children. Our board curriculum and nuturing environment makes learning fun and enjoyable. Also offering day and summer camp and sleep overs. Servicing Pasadena, California for over 14 years.