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Early childhood development is the period of rapid physical, psychological and social growth and change that begins before birth and extends into early childhood. [1]

Early Childhood Development (ECD) refers to the physical, cognitive, linguistic and socio-emotional development of children from before birth until age 8.

In the first few years of life, more than one million neural connections are formed each second – a pace never repeated again. Early childhood offers a critical window of opportunity to shape the …

The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning improves outcomes for children and families by strengthening early learning experiences in partnership with early education programs, …

Early childhood is a pivotal period of child development that begins before birth through age 8. This is a period of rapid brain and body development. In the first few years of life, more than 1 …

Jan 14, 2025 · The latest information about ED’s work in supporting our nation’s youngest learners. The Department of Education is dedicated to supporting educational and social …