America's Babies

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An invaluable reference book that presents -- for the first time -- complete statistics on children from birth to 3 years in the U.S. In addition to demographic information, data is gathered on the quality of child health and well-being; family and economic factors; early education and child care; effects of violence and trauma, and how the U.S. compares to other countries. The text explains the significance of the information to the lives and well-being of children, families, and our society. 74 figures and tables.