What young children from diverse backgrounds and those faced with the challenges of poverty need to succeed in school today is the focus of this book. Grounded in research yet linked to practice, it gives early childhood practitioners the tools, resources, and guidance they need to ensure quality education for young children from all backgrounds and all walks of life.

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Early childhood education, diversity, and educational equity -- The changing face of early childhood in the United States: new promises, new pitfalls -- What research tells us about the needs and abilities of all young children -- Research findings and recommendations for children living in poverty -- Research on the development, learning, and teaching of young English language learners -- Promising curriculum, instructional, and assessment strategies for young English language learners -- Meeting the future challenges of early childhood education.