Beacon of Hope: The Promise of Early Head Start fir America's Youngest Children

Resource Type

Book - Parent

Description

"Beacon of Hope offers an examination of the Early Head Start Program, beginning with a description of the program today and the findings of a 5-year evaluation of Early Head Start. The authors also explain the inner workings of the program, highlighting its strategies to provide services to pregnant women, infants, and toddlers; to reach out to fathers and teen parents; to meet the mental health needs of children and families; and to effectively include children with special needs. Emerging policy issues are also examined, including the need for increased federal and state investments to expand the program and ensure continuous improvement." ZERO TO THREE Press (Publisher)

Ages

All Ages

Age Groups

Infancy (<1), Toddlerhood (1-3)

Languages

English

ISBN

0943657652

Publication

2004 ZERO TO THREE Press

Availability

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