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Early Childhood

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The Early Childhood Initiative

The L.A. Times early childhood initiative explores the development and learning of California’s youngest residents. Engage with our community-funded journalism as we delve into child care, transitional kindergarten, health and other issues affecting children from birth through age 5.

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Jenny Gold, Reporter
Kate Sequeira, Audience Engagement Editor

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Reporter Jenny Gold looks into the camera.
Reporter Jenny Gold stares into the camera.
A child with glasses lays on the rug, playing with a green toy truck.
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President Trump stands at a podium.
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These kids are learning resilience through civic engagement amid the ICE raids
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Is there a right way to teach kids to read?
Should pediatricians accept unvaccinated children?
The L.A. fires are taking a traumatic toll on kids
Lost Stuffy Project reunites kids with their beloved toys
Hundreds of day cares remain closed as a result of the fires
Free pop-up camp offers safe space for kids impacted by the L.A. fires
How to help kids understand the L.A. fires
How to protect kids from wildfire smoke
Reporter Jenny Gold stares into the camera as she talks about how parents can navigate questions about Santa.
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