That ‘tickle in the tummy’ feeling – the excitement that goes along with stepping from what is familiar to what is new, uncertain and a bit scary – runs through children’s play like blood through their veins. Read more
Nine U.S. states had adult obesity rates above 35 percent in 2018, up from seven states at that level in 2017, an historic level of obesity in the U.S. This affects children, too! Read more
Bullying behaviour often emerges in childhood, and the consequences for victims can last a lifetime. But what makes a child become a bully? Read more
Kindergarten classrooms that emphasize play, hands-on learning, and helping one another lead to better academic outcomes, self-control and attention regulation, according to a new study. Read more
Did you realize that the concept of parenting is actually a relatively new idea? Check out this interview that describes the history of parenting. Read more
Someone thought how great it would be if there was a total downtown designed just for special needs kids and young adults to help them adjust to real life situations. A 53,000 square foot simulated downtown is now open in Livingston, NJ. Read more
In what may come as a shock to parents with pantries full of juice boxes, scientists say that young children should mostly drink milk and water to help combat the obesity epidemic among children. Read more
Fisher-Price taps into nostalgia for ‘Let’s Be Kids’ brand reinvention campaign. A series of six TV spots led by an extended clip starring John Goodman will formally launch the new brand messaging. Read more
