Pre-K Now
Pre-K Resources
High-quality pre-k for all is an important and exciting national movement. As the effort continues to grow and change, the available resources on the topic continue to expand. In this section, you will find a variety of resources providing general information about pre-k. Use these resources to learn more about pre-k, and keep them on hand for continued reference.
These websites provide some of the best information available about pre-k.

Our featured books include general information about pre-k, why it's important, and how children of pre-k-age learn best. Some of these resources are available for free; most are available for purchase.

The videos and DVDs listed here provide general information about pre-k and why it is so important. Some of these resources are available free of charge while others are available for purchase.
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Redefining ESEA
Looking for resources on pre-k and the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)? See our web page and PowerPoint presentation on the topic here.
visit our ESEA web page
see our PowerPoint presentation (PDF)
Explore the Pre-K Evidence
Our collection of original reports and links to other studies will give you a deeper view into pre-k policy.
browse reports on pre-k
The Case for Pre-K in Education Reform
Fifty years of evidence shows that high-quality, voluntary pre-k is among the best strategies for education reform. Our brief highlights findings from the latest state pre-k program evaluations that continue to document gains in key measures of student learning, including early literacy, math and vocabulary; reduced need for special and remedial education; and lower incidences of grade retention.
read the brief (PDF)
Meeting the Challenge of Rural Pre-K
Families everywhere struggle to find high-quality pre-k programs for their children, but the problem is even more acute in rural areas. Pre-K Now has come out with recommendations for federal policymakers to help states meet the unique challenges of rural pre-k.
download the white paper (PDF)
see our other federal policy work
Pre-k is personal - it's children named Emma, teachers named Tina and parents named Mike.