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Why kids who have trouble behaving in preschool fall behind

  • Written by Janelle J. Montroy, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, The University of Texas Medical Branch
imageWhat does it take for kids to be ready for school?Melanie, CC BY-NC

The landscape of early schooling is drastically changing. More and more children are attending school at an earlier age. At the same time, early childhood and kindergarten programs are increasing focus on academic content.

But are these children ready for school?

Most parents and tea...

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