The Developmental Benefits of Dress-Up Play
Sneak peek: For kids, playing dress up is just fun, but child development research shows us that it really is …
Social-Emotional Development
The 10+ Best Advent Calendars for Toddlers
Sneak peek: With SO many Advent calendars out there, what’s the best pick for a toddler Advent calendar? Some …
Social Emotional Learning and Children’s Attention
Research on social emotional learning in schools What I learned was that instead of starting the day straight away with …
Why the Moral Development of Toddlers Matters for All of Us
Sneak peek: Research on the moral development of toddlers offers us amazing insight into how perceptive young children …
Toddlers Have Big Emotions. Insight from Research on How to Respond
Sneak peek: One key aspect of toddler emotional development is learning to cope with emotions. Research provides …
A Thoughtful Alternative to Elf on the Shelf that Will Teach Your Kids Lifelong Lessons
Sneak peek: Looking for an Elf on the Shelf alternative that teaches positive lessons? Some ideas to consider that focus …
Research Uncovers Why “Smart” Students Cheat
Sneak peek: Why do students cheat? Research helps us understand cheating, especially those who seem too …
In a Divisive World, Raising an Emotional Intelligent Kid is a Powerful Act
Sneak peek: Nurturing emotional intelligence for kids is a goal for most parents. Research helps us find ways to model …
Growth Mindset: Helping Kids See Failure with a New Lens
Growth mindset is more than just a buzzword. Research helps us understand growth mindset for kids and helps …