Better Late Than Early

by Raymond S. Moore, Dorothy N. Moore

Readers Digest Press · 1975

Better Late Than Early draws on a major research review to make the case that children are not developmentally ready for formal academic instruction before ages 8–10, and that early academic pressure does more harm than good. The Moores' work was foundational for the homeschooling movement of the 1970s and 80s, and their 'Moore Formula' of delayed academics, regular chores, and service to others remains influential.