The Hidden History of Head Start (Development at Risk Series)

Zigler, Edward; Styfco, Sally J.

ISBN 10: 0195393767 / ISBN 13: 9780195393767

Published by Oxford University Press (edition 1), 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Hidden History of Head Start (Development at Risk Series)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press (edition 1)
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0195393767
• ISBN 13: 9780195393767
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1.
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

The Hidden History of Head Start is the most complete chronicle ever written on one of the foremost social programs in US history.

About the Author

Edward Zigler is a developmental scientist and a pioneer and leader in the field of applied developmental psychology. He served on the committee that planned Head Start and was the federal official responsible for the program during the Nixon Administration. He has advised every succeeding administration on Head Start and early childhood issues.

Sally J. Styfco is a writer and social policy analyst specializing in issues pertaining to children and families, particularly early childhood and educational interventions. Her work spans the topics of Head Start, child care, federal education initiatives, the effects of poverty on child development, and the historical progression of government policies in these areas.