Early childhood is defined as the period from birth to eight years old .A time of remarkable brain growth, these years lay the foundation for later learning and development.
Advocates for UNESCO Early Childhood Care and Education ( ECCE) programs addressing health , nutrition , safety and learning and to provide for the comprehensive development of children .It organized the first World Conference on ECCE in September 2010 , which culminated in the adoption of a global action program for ECCE called Moscow Framework for Action and Cooperation: Harnessing the Wealth of Nations. As up to the World Conference, UNESCO works in partnership with the Member States, partners and other stakeholders to promote the timely and effective implementation of the Framework Moscow for all young children to develop their potential for fullest