The economics of early childhood policy: What the dismal science has to say about investing in children

Author(s): Kilburn, M. Rebecca; Karoly, Lynn A.;
Date Issued: 2008
Publisher(s): Rand Corporation
Description: A review and synthesis of research literature on the economic costs and benefits of early childhood programs
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Funder(s): Casey Family Programs
Source: (OP-227-CFP). Santa Monica, CA: Rand Corporation. Retrieved May 16, 2008, from http://rand.org/pubs/occasional_papers/2008/RAND_OP227.pdf
Topics: Child Care & Early Education Market > Economic & Societal Impact > Cost Benefit Analysis
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