measurements. (3) Dissemination of best practices Not later than 12 months after the date on which the programs and activities carried out under the grants under this section conclude, the Secretary shall disseminate to all appropriate agencies within the Department of Health and Human Services evidence, best practices, and lessons derived from the experiences of grantees with respect to reducing and preventing obesity and overweight among children ages birth through 5 years in the early care and education settings. Such agencies shall encourage the adoption of such best practices. (d) Preference (1) Grantees In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall give preference to eligible entities that demonstrate— (A) a history of working with early care and education providers and States in obesity prevention in the early care and education settings