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What do children learn from using computers in an informal collaborative setting?
Mayer, Richard E., 1999
Educational Technology, 39(2), 27-31

An article summarizing research on cognitive effects of participation in the Fifth Dimension, a technology-based after-school program for elementary school students, in three research sites (two in California, one in North Carolina)

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Early schooling and social stratification
Entwisle, Doris R., 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 13-38). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co. January 17, 2008, from http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICDocs/data/ericdocs2sql/content_storage_01/0000019b/80/16/0b/2a.pdf

A review of the literature on how social stratfication in early schooling of children in the United States shapes the social patterns of both the community and the nation

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Preparing the workers of tomorrow: A report on early learning
Child Care Action Campaign, 1999
New York: Child Care Action Campaign.

A report on Early Learning geared toward American Business advocating for the provision of appropriate, high quality educational experiences for children from birth to grade 12

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Context and cognition in early childhood education
Jacob, Evelyn, 1999
In L. Eldering (Ed.), Effective early education: Cross-cultural Pperspectives (Vol. 11, pp. 91-115). New York: Falmer Press

An article proposing that early childhood educators take their students' cultural context into consideration, as children's culture plays a crucial part in their cognitive development

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Reversing the real brain drain: Early years study final report
Reference Group, April, 1999
Toronto, Ontario, Canada: Ontario Children's Secretariat.

A call for government action to invest in early child development in Ontario, Canada, based on information about the relationships between early brain development and learning, behavior, and health

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Diverse perspectives on kindergarten contexts and practices
Graue, M. Elizabeth, 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 109-142). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

A review of the literature related to kindergarten contexts and practices and implications for student success

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Tracking children's progress: Record keeping in the pre-school year
Wilkinson, J. Eric, 1999
In V. Wilson & J. Ogden-Smith (Eds.), Pre-school educational research: Linking policy with practice (pp. 34-40). Edinburgh: Scotland, Education Department.

A summary of research conducted in Scotland on preschool program practices for assessing children

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Beginning school for children at risk
Ramey, Craig T., 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 217-251). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

A review of why the transition to school is considered an important period for scientific inquiry, educational improvement, and societal concern

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Promoting educational equity and excellence in kindergarten
Zill, Nicholas, 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 67-105). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

A summary of survey findings about the state of American kindergarten programs and the experiences of children in those programs

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Child care in the new millennium
Goodnow, Jacqueline J., 1999
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory: Australia, Department of Family and Community Services.

A discussion of objectives in the provision of child care services in 2001 and beyond and actions to achieve them

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Literacy and schooling in a multilingual society
Verhoeven, Ludo, 1999
In L. Eldering (Ed.), Effective early education: Cross-cultural perspectives (Vol. 11, pp. 213-232). New York: Falmer Press

A discussion of the efficacy and appropriateness of second language instruction for minority group children, based upon the outcomes of studies completed in the Netherlands

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Research on the transition to kindergarten
Lloyd, John W., 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 305-316). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

A chapter overview of research surrounding transition to Kindergarten drawn from discussions with research leaders in the field

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Families and schools: Rights, responsibilities, resources, and relationships
Christenson, Sandra L., 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 143-177). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

A review of the literature on family involvement in school age children’s transition to school

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Curriculum comes from the child! A Head Start family child care program
Litman, Maureen, 1999
Young Children, 54(3), 4-9

A description of the implementation of the Arrowhead Head Start Family Child Care Program in Virginia, Minnesota

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Assessing readiness
Meisels, Samuel J., 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 39-66). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

A review of the literature on the Assessment of School Readiness

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Children with disabilities in early elementary school
Wolery, Mark, 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 253-280). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

A chapter overview of research surrounding transition to Kindergarten drawn for children with disabilities

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Overview of child care, early education, and school-age care
Children's Defense Fund (U.S.), 1999
Washington, DC: Children's Defense Fund.

An overview of the number and age of children in child care arrangements, the importance of early learning experiences, the economic impact of child care, availability and affordability of quality care and the governmental organizations that support quality care and education

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Enhancing educational opportunities for young children
Eldering, Lotty, 1999
In L. Eldering (Ed.), Effective early education: Cross-cultural perspectives (Vol. 11, pp. 3-16). New York: Falmer Press

A discussion of the relevance and influence of culture in early childhood education and development

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Personnel preparation and the transition to kindergarten
Clifford, Richard M., 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 317-324). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

An overview of issues surrounding the preparation of personnel for supporting young children's transition to Kindergarten

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Review of partnership in pre-school education
Broussine, Ivan, 1999
In V. Wilson & J. Ogden-Smith (Eds.), Pre-school educational research: Linking policy with practice (pp. 119-132). Edinburgh: Scotland, Education Department.

A summary of a review of the characteristics of partnerships between local education authorities and child care and early education providers in Scotland, based on interviews with local officials, child care and early education providers, and parents

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School readiness: The need for a paradigm shift
Carlton, Martha P., 1999
School Psychology Review, 28(3), 338-352

A discussion of the theoretical background to the concept of school readiness and a critical review of educational placement options available for children deemed as ''unready'' for kindergarten entry

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Theoretical conceptions of human development
Serpell, Robert, 1999
In L. Eldering (Ed.), Effective early education: Cross-cultural perspectives (Vol. 11, pp. 41-66). New York: Falmer Press

A discussion of how human development theory influences the design of early childhood education intervention programs

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Success for all: Effects of prevention and early intervention on elementary students' reading
Slavin, Robert E., 1999
In L. Eldering (Ed.), Effective early education: Cross-cultural perspectives (Vol. 11, pp. 305-332). New York: Falmer Press

A description and evaluation of the literacy intervention program Success for All’s influence on the reading skills and development of disadvantaged children attending preschool and primary school

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The practice of effective transitions: Players who make a winning team
Smolkin, Laura B., 1999
In R.C. Pianta & M.J. Cox (Eds.), The transition to kindergarten (pp. 325-349). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.

A book chapter containing recommendations and rationales for practices for those involved in children's transition to kindergarten

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Pre-school educational research: Linking policy with practice
Wilson, Valerie, 1999
Edinburgh: Scotland, Education Department.

Descriptions of child care and early education research studies sponsored by the government in Scotland that focused predominantly on issues related to quality and access

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