{"id":19664,"date":"2024-05-14T04:12:17","date_gmt":"2024-05-14T12:12:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/?p=19664"},"modified":"2025-07-11T10:20:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T18:20:15","slug":"study-abcmouse-enhances-school-readiness-transitioning-from-head-start-to-kindergarten","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/abcmouse\/study-abcmouse-enhances-school-readiness-transitioning-from-head-start-to-kindergarten\/19664","title":{"rendered":"Study: ABCmouse Enhances School Readiness Transitioning from Head Start to Kindergarten"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border aofl-no-margin\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/study_head_start2.jpg\" alt=\"Children working on I-Pads. \" class=\"wp-image-19720\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/study_head_start2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/study_head_start2-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/study_head_start2-768x256.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group aofl-advice-group1\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#033eaa\">Study: ABCmouse Enhances School Readiness Transitioning from Head Start to Kindergarten<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group aofl-byline1 is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-83761706a507f5fc2a8f47456b5dbed9\" style=\"color:#01075f\">By ABCmouse Editors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-59df5f8cbbeb6182e27abf7aff285554\" style=\"color:#01075f\">Reviewed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/hee-jin-bang-profile-expert-advice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Hee Jin Bang<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"aofl-advice-paragraph has-text-color\" style=\"color:#01075f;font-style:normal;font-weight:300;line-height:1.5\">In our recent study conducted in collaboration with Albina Head Start, we <strong>examined the efficacy of integrating ABCmouse<\/strong> Early Learning Academy into their curriculum <strong>as a means to bolster school readiness<\/strong> among young learners transitioning from Head Start to kindergarten. The study, available in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/abcmouse\/using-early-learning-technology-to-prepare-head-start-familiesfor-kindergarten\/61443\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">full PDF format here<\/a>, delves into the <strong>impact of digital learning tools<\/strong> like ABCmouse in facilitating a <strong>seamless transition for children entering formal schooling<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"aofl-advice-paragraph has-text-color\" style=\"color:#01075f;font-style:normal;font-weight:300;line-height:1.5\">Our findings reveal a <strong>significant correlation between ABCmouse usage and improved kindergarten preparation<\/strong>. By <strong>supplementing traditional classroom instruction with ABCmouse<\/strong> activities, teachers across 25 classrooms <strong>positively influenced nearly 500 students<\/strong>. Notably, for every additional 100 ABCmouse learning activities completed by a student, there was a <strong>3.6% increase in school readiness <\/strong>scores. This effect was particularly pronounced in classrooms where ABCmouse was utilized more extensively, indicating the substantial role digital tools can play in enhancing early learning outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image aofl-advice-image-video\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"928\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/study_head_start.jpg\" alt=\"A child smiling while working on ABCmouse.com. \" class=\"wp-image-19718\" style=\"border-radius:20px;aspect-ratio:2.0714285714285716;object-fit:cover;width:928px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/study_head_start.jpg 928w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/study_head_start-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/study_head_start-768x371.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 928px) 100vw, 928px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"aofl-advice-paragraph has-text-color\" style=\"color:#01075f;font-style:normal;font-weight:300;line-height:1.5\">Furthermore, the study <strong>highlights ABCmouse&#8217;s<\/strong> <strong>pivotal role in fostering family engagement in children&#8217;s education<\/strong>. By assigning lessons for at-home completion, educators like Ms. Araya <strong>strengthened the connection between classroom learning and parental involvemen<\/strong>t. This approach not only supported academic growth but also <strong>promoted cooperative behavior and sustained engagement<\/strong> in learning activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"aofl-advice-paragraph has-text-color\" style=\"color:#01075f;font-style:normal;font-weight:300;line-height:1.5\">Our partnership with Albina Head Start enabled us to extend ABCmouse access to waitlisted families, <strong>addressing the challenge of limited Head Start slots<\/strong>. The case of Kenya B. and her daughter Ja\u2019Nyah exemplifies the transformative potential of this access, with Ja\u2019Nyah demonstrating <strong>remarkable progress in literacy and math skills<\/strong> within a few months of using ABCmouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"aofl-advice-paragraph has-text-color\" style=\"color:#01075f;font-style:normal;font-weight:300;line-height:1.5\">The study underscores the <strong>positive impact of high-quality digital educational tools like ABCmouse in early childhood education<\/strong>. By facilitating school readiness and enhancing family engagement, ABCmouse not only <strong>supports academic growth<\/strong> but also <strong>strengthens the home-school connection<\/strong>, laying a solid foundation for future learning achievements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full u-m-hide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/abc\/prospect-register\/?src_tag=wp:cta:0012\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"501\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABCmouse-Turn-Screen-Time-Into-Learning-Time-CTA-Desktop-1.png\" alt=\"ABCmouse banner: 'Turn Screen Time into Learning Time' with 'Try FREE for 30 Days!' and pricing text; right side shows a mom and child using a tablet together.\" class=\"wp-image-97458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABCmouse-Turn-Screen-Time-Into-Learning-Time-CTA-Desktop-1.png 924w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABCmouse-Turn-Screen-Time-Into-Learning-Time-CTA-Desktop-1-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABCmouse-Turn-Screen-Time-Into-Learning-Time-CTA-Desktop-1-768x416.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 924px) 100vw, 924px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image u-d-hide aofl-mb-3rem-margin \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/abc\/prospect-register\/?src_tag=wp:cta:0012\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"393\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABCmouse-Turn-Screen-Time-Into-Learning-Time-CTA-Mobile.png\" alt=\"Mother and child learning on a tablet in an ABCmouse ad, featuring the slogan \u201cTurn Screen Time into Learning Time\u201d and a red \u201cTry FREE for 30 Days\u201d button.\" class=\"wp-image-97460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABCmouse-Turn-Screen-Time-Into-Learning-Time-CTA-Mobile.png 393w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABCmouse-Turn-Screen-Time-Into-Learning-Time-CTA-Mobile-197x300.png 197w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 393px) 100vw, 393px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group aofl-advice-add-resources1 has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e4f0ff;padding-top:5px;padding-right:3rem;padding-bottom:5px;padding-left:3rem\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ea9a9883 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Additional Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#01075f;font-style:normal;font-weight:500\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-23441af8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background wp-container-content-90d19858\" style=\"border-radius:15px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#2d56be\"><strong>ABCmouse Vs. Other Early Education Apps<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#404242;font-style:normal;font-weight:200;line-height:1.5\">Compare ABCmouse with other leading early education apps to discover which one best supports your child\u2019s learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#0065e0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/abcmouse\/abcmouse-vs-other-early-education-apps\/16885\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><em>Browse <\/em>\u279c<\/a><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background wp-container-content-90d19858\" style=\"border-radius:15px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#2d56be\">How to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#404242;font-style:normal;font-weight:200;line-height:1.5\">Find a list of ways to help your child get ready for the next step in their educational journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#0065e0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/advice\/how-to-prepare-your-child-for-kindergarten\/7025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><em>Browse <\/em>\u279c<\/a><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background wp-container-content-90d19858\" style=\"border-radius:15px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#2d56be\">Color by Sight Words for Kindergarteners<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#404242;font-style:normal;font-weight:200;line-height:1.5\">These worksheets come in&nbsp;three different challenge levels&nbsp;and offer a playful twist on learning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#0065e0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/printables-and-worksheets\/color-by-sight-words-kindergarten\/5504\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><em>Browse <\/em>\u279c<\/a><\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#01075f;font-style:normal;font-weight:200;line-height:1.5\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group aofl-advice-trust-element has-border-color\" style=\"border-color:#dfe4ff;border-radius:15px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#dfe4ff\">ABCmouse&#8217;s expert advice review process:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:200;line-height:1.5\">Our team of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/abcmouse-curriculum-experts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">ABCmouse Curriculum Experts<\/a>,<\/strong> made up of talented professionals in early childhood education and development, take a close look at educational content and learning claims. They put in the effort to make sure our information is accurate and current. We have a certified educator or another respected authority review the content, matching their expertise with the topic at hand. They&#8217;ll make sure the content is thorough and follows the latest research and educational guidelines. If they think we can make things even better, they&#8217;ll chat with our editorial team, and we&#8217;ll make those improvements right away. Only after a reviewer gives their thumbs-up does a piece of content get the official stamp of approval in the byline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading aofl-advice-usercheck fa-solid fa-user-check\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/abcmouse-curriculum-experts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Meet Our Curriculum Experts<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading aofl-advice-pen\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/editorial-standards-for-abcmouse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Learn About Our Editorial Standards<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover aofl-printable-bottom-banner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"360\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-4317\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/PrintablesExample3.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/PrintablesExample3.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/PrintablesExample3-300x105.png 300w, https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/PrintablesExample3-768x270.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color\"><strong>Looking for More Printable Activities?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-b5994976 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button printable-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abcmouse.com\/learn\/category-printables-worksheets\"><strong>See All ABCmouse Printables<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover how ABCmouse enhances school readiness from Head Start to kindergarten in our recent study. Integrating digital learning tools proves to boost preparation, with activities linked to a 3.6% increase in readiness scores. 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