No Small Matter

2018

1 hr. 15 min.

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An exploration of the impact of high quality preschool education.

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Fantastic film! Mind blowing to actually see scientific research that details how babies start learning in the womb. Must see for all those that want to see how we can all be a part of teaching future generations...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/22/23

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Mixed with some of the shocking information about how our society undervalues early childhood education and the life-long cost of missed opportunities are some inspiring bright spots around great teaching and great programs that change lives. The ripple effect of early childhood development becomes crystal clear in new ways!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/25/23

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This is one of the most moving films I've seen. It shows the importance of early childhood education from all different angles. Whether you are a teacher, parent, legislator, or were a kid at some point in your life, this movie is a must-watch. Education is the key to changing the world and tackling systems of injustice. When you think about how much we learn in our first few years of life, it makes sense to start at the very beginning to make sure kids have a strong foundation. So why is early childhood education so overlooked and undervalued?

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/06/23

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Outstanding film! The subject matter is really important for all to ponder as we try to make this world better. Great work!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/11/23

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Daniel Alpert

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Greg Jacobs

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Jon Siskel

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Michael Brunlieb

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John DeFore

Hollywood Reporter

No Small Matter finds many persuasive ways to suggest America should reexamine its priorities.

Jun 26, 2020

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Courtney Howard

Variety

While it falls short of its promised mind-altering revelations, it does cast an interesting hook from a creative perspective, packaging its message in visually engaging ways.

Jun 26, 2020

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Marissa De La Cerda

Chicago Reader

Though a little cheesy at times, No Small Matter effectively makes the case for why America needs to be treating early childhood education as a bigger issue than it has been.

Mar 24, 2020

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Carla Hay

Culture Mix

No Small Matter is a good documentary that examines the issues and problems of educating pre-school age children in the United States. However, the documentary would have been much better if it also focused on realistic and attainable solutions.

Jul 23, 2020

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Carey-Ann Pawsey

Orca Sound

Makes you appreciate affordable education and child care here in Canada

Rated: 3.5/5

Jul 13, 2020

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Tara McNamara

Common Sense Media

Rated: 5/5

Jul 10, 2020

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Synopsis

An exploration of the impact of high quality preschool education.

Director: Daniel Alpert, Greg Jacobs, Jon Siskel
Executive Producer: Alfre Woodard
Screenwriter: Greg Jacobs
Production Co: Kindling Group
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 25, 2020

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