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Baker, Amy J. L.; Piotrkowski, Chaya S.; Brooks-Gunn, Jeanne – Early Childhood Research Quarterly, 1998
Evaluated whether participation in HIPPY (Home Instruction Program for Preschool Youngsters) has a positive impact on young children's performance in school. Assessed 182 children at baseline, the program's end, and one year later. Interpreted findings as mixed support for the effectiveness of the HIPPY program. (JS)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Early Childhood Education, Home Instruction
Baker, Amy J. L.; Piotrkowski, Chaya S. – 1996
The Home Instruction Program for Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) is a free 2-year family oriented early childhood education and parent involvement program for parents with limited formal education to help them provide educational enrichment for their 4-year-old and 5-year-old children. As of 1996, HIPPY programs serve over 15,000 economically…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cohort Analysis, Early Childhood Education, Economically Disadvantaged