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Publication Date
2016
Abstract
Study finds link between poor housing conditions and kindergarten readiness. Over time, living in substandard housing conditions leads to lower literacy scores for children entering kindergarten. Living in a home that is owned by a speculator, is tax delinquent, or is in foreclosure contributes to lower literacy scores among children entering kindergarten. Living within 500 feet of distressed properties lowers literacy scores among kindergarteners; living in homes farther away (up to 1500 feet) has a smaller, though still negative, effect. Living in a distressed home (either in poor condition or in foreclosure) is associated with a higher risk for child maltreatment, residential instability, and elevated lead levels, all of which affect literacy scores.
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Recommended Citation
Claudia Coulton, Robert L Fischer, Francisco Garcia-Cobian, Richter Seok-Joo Kim, Youngmin Cho. (2016). Housing crisis leaves lasting imprint on children in Cleveland. MacArthur Foundation. https://www.macfound.org/media/files/hhm_brief_-_housing_crisis_children_in_cleveland.pdf