Millie Almy
American psychologist and early childhood education expert
Millie Almy (June 19, 1915 – August 16, 2001) was an American psychologist, known as the “grand dame of early childhood education.”
Almy was a leader in the field of early childhood education and psychology, and played a critical role in shaping the science of child development. Her research explored how young children understand complex subjects such as science, mathematics and literature. She is credited with popularising the theories of Jean Piaget in the early childhood education field.
Early life and education
Millie Corinne Almy was born in Clymer, New York, on June 19, 1915. She graduated from Vassar College in 1936, followed by an MA from Teachers College, Columbia University in 1945. She received her PhD in 1948, also from Columbia University Teachers College.
Career
Almy worked in the field of early childhood education for more than forty years. She was on the faculty of Columbia University Teachers College for more than 20 years, as a professor of psychology and education. She joined the University of California, Berkeley, in 1971. Her publications included Young Children's Thinking and Ways of Studying Children.
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