Classic Baby Books that Boost Brain Development
Sneak peek: What are the best books for baby brain development? New research helps us sort through classic baby books …
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Traditional Toys are Still Better for Babies
Sneak peek: Why do traditional toys still matter in an age of high-tech and electronic entertainment for kids? Research …
The Fascinating Roller Coaster of Child Development: Physical and Cognitive Growth Spurts
I’ve written about growth spurts ages several times on this blog but I keep returning to it because it’s such as …
Fun and Effective Executive Functioning Activities for Preschoolers {plus a printable}
Sneak peek: Executive functioning skills activities for preschoolers can help them develop much-needed skills like …
The Key to Making Sense of Your Child’s Crankiness: Understanding Toddler Growth Spurts
Sneak peek: Understanding your child’s growth spurt might just give some meaning to your child’s crankiness. …
Why Guided Play is the Secret to Playtime with Your Kids
Sneak peek: How you can use guided play to maximize education and fun for you and your child “Mom, I want a …
The Myth of “the Mozart Effect”: When Good Research and Bad Journalism Combine
Sneak peek: Think listening to Mozart will make your baby or toddler a genius? Think again. The true story behind the …
The Hidden Effect of Early Childhood Education
{Preschool doesn’t change kids’ IQ. The benefits of early childhood education are much more subtle but …
Are Our Boys Failing or Are We Failing Our Boys? Research Behind the “Boy Achievement Crisis”
As a boy mom myself, I always bristle a little when I hear media reports of a “boy achievement crisis.” …