CBER Report. (2008). Summary: The goal of this project is to review the research-based evidence on the effectiveness of alternative approaches to promoting early child development and evaluate their effectiveness. This report for Imagine West Virginia’s (IWV) Board of Governors reviews reports, articles, books and other sources which evaluate and document the “best practices” in providing for children from conception to three.

Timeline of Early Child Development Activity in West Virginia. (2008).

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Starting Off Right: Promoting Child Development from Birth in State Early Care and Education Initiatives. (2006). Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP).

ABCs of Pre-K. Tom O’Neill, The Cincinnati Post.

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The National Center for Health Statistics. Summary: A division of the national Centers for Disease and Control (CDC) is a rich source of information about America’s health.

The National Academy for State Health Policy. Summary: An independent academy of state health policymakers working together to identify emerging issues, develop policy solutions, and improve state health policy and practice. NASHP provides a forum for constructive, nonpartisan work across branches and agencies of state government on critical health issues facing states.

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Stair Steps to Quality: A Guide for States and Communities Developing Quality Rating Systems for Early Care and Education. (2005). United Way Success by Six.

Heckman, James. Invest in the Very Young. (2000). Summary: This article was published by the Ounce of Prevention Fund and the University of Chicago Harris School oif Public Policy Studies.