Welcome to UH Early Childhood Education Laboratory

OUR MISSION

We promote inclusive, high-quality education for all young children, especially those from underserved communities

Advance Equitable Early Learning

We conduct applied research that informs and improves real-world teaching, parenting, and policy decisions

Bridge Research and Practice

We design resources and partnerships that support caregivers and strengthen children’s development beyond the classroom. make it crisp

Empower Families and Communities

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP

Children’s Museum Houston

We partner with Children’s Museum Houston to carry out on-site research with visiting families. The museum provides access to its exhibits, supports participant recruitment, and helps coordinate logistics to ensure smooth integration of the study into the museum setting.

Martinez Early Learning Center – Alief ISD

We partner with Martinez Early Learning Center in Alief ISD to bring research and practice together in ways that directly benefit children, educators, and families. Together, we work to improve early education, expand opportunities, and build knowledge that makes a lasting impact in the community.

UH Children’s Learning Centers

We partner with UH Children’s Learning Centers to connect our research with real-world classrooms. This collaboration allows us to strengthen early education, support families, and advance knowledge that benefits young learners both here at UH and beyond.

Project Row Houses and Community Literacy Center

We partner with Project Row Houses and the Community Literacy Center to connect research with community-driven learning. By working alongside families, educators, and local leaders, we are able to explore how literacy and early learning thrive in culturally rich, real-world contexts.