The subject of this book is preprimary educational programs; the focus is upon broad educational strategies variously applicable to children ages 3-6. This book communicates to readers the great variety in educational and psychological thinking about children in the early 1970's. The book maintains a consistent research perspective and whenever possible empirical investigations in early childhood education are presented. The appendixes include: Appendix A, some frequently used tests; Appendix B, school readiness; Appendix C, a listing of principal preprimary programs. (Author/WY)