A great curriculum for the children you serve
Created by Dr. Nell Duke and a nationally recognized team of early childhood researchers
Great First Eight is a groundbreaking, full-day curriculum for children from birth through age eight. Over 50 researchers across literacy, math, science, SEL, and bilingual education contributed to its development, making it one of the most research-intensive curriculum projects in early childhood history.
Instruction is intentionally designed to strengthen early literacy, math, and other key areas of development through a playful and responsive approach.
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Why choose Great First Eight?
Gives every teacher the research-aligned structure, tools, and guidance needed to deliver consistent, high-quality instruction.
Created by Dr. Nell Duke, Dr. Humphries and Dr. Vallotton, and a team of early childhood researchers, it's the only comprehensive Pre-K curriculum in the Massachusetts DEEC – American Institutes for Research review with top marks in literacy, math, and social emotional learning.
Integrates explicit instruction with playful, project-based learning so every child builds strong foundations and loves learning.
Great First Eight is the best curriculum out there. It speaks to the communities that we serve and believes in the brilliance of every child. I think any leader who wants to ensure their children are more successful than in the past should get Great First Eight.
Celina Byrd, Principal
Early Education Center at Marygrove
It’s been a privilege to use the Great First Eight curriculum. We’ve already seen its tremendous benefits to our students and enhancement of our teachers’ knowledge and professionalism ... Great First Eight has been a game-changer for our Pre–K classrooms.
Kris Damon, Principal
Long Beach Unified School District
Touring guides for every age
Learn more about how Great First Eight supports children from birth to eight. Our touring guides walk you through the schedule, the content, and the joy of using a child-first curriculum designed by leading researchers in the field.
