pt. I. Every child's birthright -- 1. Jack and Jill -- 2. Prime time for language learning -- 3. Why early language matters -- 4. Supporting early language at home -- 5. Supporting early language in group care -- 6. You don't speak my language -- pt. II. The quiet crisis -- 7. The state of early care and education in the United States -- 8. A perfect storm -- 9. Truth, justice, and the American way -- pt. III. Changing course -- 10. A parent's guide to early childhood programs and policy -- 11. Supporting parents -- 12. Improving programs for children -- 13. Building systems that sustain quality -- 14. We CAN get there from here -- Appendix. Resources and connections for parents, policy makers, and advocates
Summary
Promoting the importance of pre-literacy skills for later learning
