Early Childhood Education History Timeline

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  • 1658 First known Book for Children

    1658 First known Book for Children
    John Amos Comenius created first ever know illustrated picture book for children titled "The World Illustrated".

  • John Locke

    John Locke
    Said children are black slates "Tabula rasa" and they can be molded to fit society. Also that children's experiences are the basis of who they are.

  • 1801 First Preschool Opened

    1801 First Preschool Opened
    Johann Pestalozzi established first known preschool for young children to attend.Also, believed that children learn best through their senses.

  • 1837 First Kindergarten opened

    1837 First Kindergarten opened
    Friedrich Froebel opened first known Kindergarten in Germany. Also, believed children can learn through play.

  • NAEYC established

    National Association for the Education of Young Children is established. This association has young children's education as its top priority.

  • 1965 Head Start was established

    Originally founded for low income children to prepare for kindergarten. Now is respected preschool program found in most communities.

  • Education for All Handicapped Children

    Congress passed this law mandating that in order to receive funds states must develop and follow through with policies that ensure a appropriate education for all children of disabilities.

  • No Child Left Behind Act Passed

    This act was passed based on education reform and set high standards and established measurable goals that would improve individual outcomes in education.