Artificial intelligence, also known as machine intelligence, is defined as the intelligence demonstrated by machines or computers. Artificial intelligence tools are increasingly being used in early childhood education to support learning and development for young children. Therefore, it is considered important to understand how children perceive…

This study investigated how children describe their play activities and associate learning with play. Accordingly, 23 early childhood children from different cities and age groups were included in this phenomenological research study. Incorporating images of children's drawings of their favourite playtime and semi-structured interviews, three main…

The underrepresentation of women and the perpetuation of gender stereotypes in children's literature has long been a concern. This study examined the portrayal of women in children's picture books and the potential of interactive read-alouds to promote gender equity in early childhood education, with the aim of shedding light on gender inequality.…