News The Science of Early Childhood Development Posted October 1, 2009 By News editor This video from the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University features Center Director Jack P. Shonkoff, M.D., professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, the Harvard School of Public Health, and Harvard Medical School addressing basic concepts of early childhood development, established over decades of neuroscience and behavioral research, which help illustrate why child development—particularly from birth to five years—is a foundation for a prosperous and sustainable society. News The latest research, perspectives, and highlights from the Harvard Graduate School of Education Explore All Articles Related Articles News Early Predictors of Long-term Success Ph.D. student Wendy Wei studies how various contextual factors in school, home, and neighborhood promote children's development during early childhood. Ed. Magazine Harvard EdCast: The Future of Early Childhood Ed Usable Knowledge Protecting Children's Brains Professor Jack Shonkoff explains some of the science behind early childhood development and how education can help.