8 Research-Backed Ways to Aid Struggling Emergent Readers

Many kindergarten children will pick up the foundational skills of reading relatively easily, but some will struggle. Here’s what the research says about how to support them.

Harvard EdCast: Bringing a Hidden Language Disorder to Light

How a deficit that affects the learning of one in 12 children can go undetected by parents and educators — and how to be aware the signs.

9 Ways To Support Children Who Are Insecure, Because Self-Worth Is Key

How can we help insecure children and give them a confidence boost?

How To Encourage Your Child To Be Brave & Why Experts Say You Should

When your kids take a leap of faith and steps out to do something outside of their comfort zone, it can be a major confidence boost, but some kids don't innately know when and how to be courageous. How can parents help?

Young children and infants read to by parents have stronger vocabulary skills

Shared reading between parents and very young children, including infants, is associated with stronger vocabulary skills for nearly all children

Everyday Learners: 10 simple ways to promote language skills in infants and toddlers

What parents can do to boost their young children's language skills

One in four children and young people show signs of addiction to smartphones

'Problematic smartphone use' has similar features to a behavioral addiction – and may potentially lead to poorer mental health for kids, says study

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