My Journey in Early Childhood Education

My understanding of early childhood education does not come from popular opinions or simplified theories, but from many years of real-life work with young children, families, and educators. Through long-term practice, observation, and reflection in early education, I gradually became aware of a recurring yet often overlooked reality: many of the difficulties and challenges that appear in adulthood have their roots in the earliest years of life. Working within two different cultural and educational contexts—China and the United States— I observed a common pattern: children’s behavior, emotional regulation, and ways of relating to others are closely connected to the care and interactions they experience early in life. The most important foundations of a person’s life are often formed long before formal schooling begins.

My Book

These real experiences and years of reflection led me to write the book Early Childhood Education Saves Lives, and Builds a Peaceful World. Over six years of writing and repeated revisions, my purpose was never to place blame on any individual or system, but rather to help more people recognize an essential truth: experiences in the first three years of life have a profound and lasting impact on lifelong development.

The core message of this book is simple, though not easy: early learning is deeply connected to quality of life; parents are the future of the world; and supporting early childhood education is a shared responsibility of the whole society.

The Purpose of This Website

This website is not a simple repetition of the book’s content. Instead, it aims to translate deeper and more systematic reflections into guidance that is easier to understand and apply in daily life.

Here, I share foundational principles of early learning, age-specific developmental observations, and practical directions that parents and other caregivers can refer to in everyday situations. A child’s education and upbringing begin from the very moment of birth.

I hope this website, together with other media, can connect people who care about early childhood education and invite them to participate in meaningful change. Truly lasting change does not come from perfection, but from understanding, continuous effort, and genuine human connection.

Why This Matters

I have always believed that early childhood education is not only a family matter, but a shared responsibility of the entire society. When children receive stable, understanding, and respectful support in the earliest stages of life, the positive effects extend to individuals, families, and the broader community.

I hope this website can serve as a quiet yet steady space— a place where parents feel supported, where educators’ professionalism is recognized, and where more people begin to seriously reflect on the question: What kind of environment are we creating for the next generation?