Kindergarten Woes
Nearly half of children have moderate or serious problems transitioning into kindergarten.
Research shows that children’s failure in school is due in part to gaps in school readiness. This discussion guide outlines ways to support nonprofits that provide early childhood education programs and services – especially those that focus on school readiness and transitions to kindergarten. This help better prepares children for success in school and helps eliminate disparities.
Failure in school is due in part to gaps in school readiness before children transition to kindergarten. Investing in nonprofits that provide early childhood education programs and services can prepare children for success in school, and life. At the same time, funders can help address economic, racial and ethnic disparities, as well as access to quality child care, health care and education.