About Pre-K Reports and Review Tools
EdReports review tools for pre-Kindergarten (pre-K) are designed to evaluate instructional materials across the following domains: mathematics, language and literacy, science and engineering, social studies, social and emotional learning, fine arts, and physical and motor development.
Some pre-K materials may cover all of these domains, while others may focus on just one or a few. Our educator reviewers evaluate materials based on the domains the publisher identifies—or “claims”—that the materials are intended to address, using the relevant elements of the review tools.
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Current Pre-K Review Tools
EdReports developed its inaugural pre-K review criteria in 2024 and 2025, with the first reviews of pre-K instructional materials beginning in summer 2025. The first reports are expected in early 2026, as well as the pre-K evidence guide.
Please note that, while the review criteria document below represents a robust foundation, it remains subject to ongoing refinements until the publication of the first reports using the criteria. Over the course of the review process, we will fine-tune the criteria to maximize clarity and practical use for our educator reviewers.