What is the best way to help poor schoolchildren succeed at math? A study now sheds light on the ways preschool activities may -- or may not -- help children develop cognitive skills. What is the best ...

Every 4-year-old in California can now go to school for free in their local districts. The new grade is called transitional kindergarten — or TK — and it's part of the state’s effort to expand ...

During winter break and the holiday season, keeping kids learning—without screens becoming overwhelming—can be a challenge. These free educational websites and apps help children stay curious, engaged ...

Video games are good for your 3-year-old. Or so claim several companies hawking new electronic games for preschoolers this season, despite critics’ contention that tots need to spend more time on ...

How can early-childhood educators best help children from low-income families succeed when it comes to learning math? Researchers from Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, ...

Microsoft has come a long way since its Math Zone Days, and the children’s games it offers now are terrifically competent and exciting. Especially since children are now skilled enough with the ...