ERIC Number: EJ431707
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Publication Date: 1991
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Society as Extended Family: Giving a Childhood to Every Child.
Perreault, Joe
Dimensions, v19 n4 p3-8,31 Sum 1991
Reviews factors contributing to child care crisis, including supply and demand, quality of care, low status and pay for child care workers, and affordability. Illustrates the need for society to play a role in helping young children and families. Segments of society discussed include the media, employers, and the federal government. Discusses new federal legislation on improving child care. (GLR)
Descriptors: Child Caregivers, Day Care, Day Care Centers, Early Childhood Education, Educational Quality, Employed Parents, Employer Supported Day Care, Extended Family, Family Day Care, Government Role, Mothers, Public Support, Salary Wage Differentials, School Age Day Care, Social Responsibility, Statistical Data
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Speeches/Meeting Papers; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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