Iheoma U. Iruka (University of Nebraska, USA), Stephanie M. Curenton (Rutgers University, USA), Tonia R. Durden (Georgia
Approximately 45% of young black children in the United States (under the age of six) live in poverty. It is well documented that education and economic security are inextricably linked and that early learning and early reading are undisputed contributors to a successful education. This book presents both the challenges and opportunities that exist for addressing the critical needs of black children, who have been historically underserved in the U.S. education system. This book explores the language, cognitive, social-emotional, and health development of black children from birth to age 8....
Approximately 45% of young black children in the United States (under the age of six) live in poverty. It is well documented that education and econom...
