New research: Children should learn to read with challenging texts

Children are often taught to read using books that are believed to be "just right" for their current skill level. However, a gro...

What are the differences between the Montessori and Reggio Emilia early learning methods?

The world of early childhood education offers many philosophies, and among the most respected are the Montessori and Reggio E...

Talent is made, not born: The power of a growth mindset in early education

The foundational principle of ChildUp Early Education is a simple yet profound idea: Talent is made, not born. This core belie...

Parents frustrated by new math, whole language, and sight words

Parents today are often baffled by the schoolwork their children bring home. What was once a straightforward process of memoriza...

How we learn to read: A look at Chinese as a second language

The journey to literacy is a fascinating one, and the way we learn to read can depend a lot on the language we're learning. When...

The frenzied ostracism of male early childhood teachers

Children deserve the best educators, regardless of gender. Men who choose to work in this field deserve to do so without being s...