Time to Care

Explore the pivotal insights of child care reform in Time to Care by Joan Lombardi, published by Temple University Press in 2002. This compelling 248-page paperback sheds light on the shortcomings of the current child care system in America, emphasizing its failure to meet the needs of families. Lombardi, a respected figure in child welfare and education, elaborates on pressing issues facing child care services and articulates a visionary framework for a system that fosters healthy development for children and youth.

The book not only identifies critical challenges but also proposes actionable solutions that can enhance child welfare and early childhood education. Ideal for policymakers, educators, and parents alike, Time to Care serves as both an informative guide and a call to action for social change, making it an essential read for anyone invested in the future of our children.