Elementary education refers to the period of schooling that covers the early years of a child’s education, typically from kindergarten through sixth grade. This research area focuses on understanding how young children learn, developing effective teaching methods and curriculum, and exploring ways to support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of students in the elementary school years. Researchers in this field often study topics such as early literacy, numeracy skills, classroom management, student motivation, and cultural diversity in education. The goal of research in elementary education is to improve outcomes for students, inform educational policy and practice, and support the success of all children in their early years of schooling.