NWEA data shows that while kindergarten achievement is steady, first and second graders' math and reading skills remain below pre-pandemic levels.

Even toddlers as young as 18 months are benefitting from a one-of-a-kind program at The Learning Experience in Torrance, which is introducing them to engineering careers through STEM activities.

I worried about kindergarten readiness, but chose an intergenerational preschool that pairs kids with dementia patients.