How To Tackle Student Absenteeism
Late winter — with colds, extended family vacations, and general fatigue — is a peak period for school absenteeism. How can schools best combat that problem?
Want a child genius? Watch Peppa Pig in Mandarin!
Watching cartoons in a foreign language can grow your child's interest in other cultures and boost their vocabulary
Why reading aloud is a vital bridge to literacy
Being read to doesn't just benefit small children. Teenagers also benefit from being read to as they learn the complex gear changes between speech and prose
Financial gifts can teach children a lot, whether they save or spend
Do your children ever receive gifts in the form of money? Use that opportunity to teach them about financial literacy and savings
Play It Forward: State Laws Now Require Recess
The return of recess? Unstructured playtime is making a comeback in schools as frustrated teachers, parents, and advocacy groups demand legislative action
A television in the bedroom?
Can a TV in their bedroom harm your child's development?
Set the children free – show them the joy of reading for reading’s sake
Instilling a love of reading in children can increase their empathy, unleash their creativity and open their minds to new possibilities
The grassroots revolution making it normal for children to ‘play out’ again
A grassroots movement in the United Kingdom aims to get more children to play outside
Is Your Child An Orchid Or A Dandelion? Unlocking The Science Of Sensitive Kids
Some kids seem resilient from the start — readily able, like dandelions, to cope with stress and adversity. But a pediatrician says biologically reactive kids need more support to thrive.
How much sleep do teenagers really need?
Parents often worry about their teenagers getting enough sleep, but how much sleep do kids really need?