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... > social science subjects > sociology > sociology of education > education in society and culture > history of education > early childhood education > preschool education
... > social science subjects > education > education studies > sociology of education > education in society and culture > history of education > early childhood education > preschool education
... > social science subjects > education > education studies > education policy > educational reform > curriculum and instruction > early childhood education > preschool education
... > social science subjects > law > legal specialisms > education law > curricular and instructional issues > early childhood education > preschool education

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preschool education  

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  • The goal of preschool education in the United States is to provide young children with access to stimulating environments and experiences in which they can thrive and learn before they begin their formal education. Throughout history, children have been cared for by parents, relatives, and neighbors. [Source: The Social History of the American Family: An Encyclopedia; Education, Preschool]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-WPMWG82M-8

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