Kindergarten isn’t what it used to be — and that might not be a bad thing.
Connecting early childhood education to a successful elementary school experience means focusing on more than just the transition. It also requires "alignment." What's that? Read on...
Early math skills are a strong predictor of later academic achievement for young children, and high-quality pre-k programs place an...
For many of us, COVID-19 has completely changed how we work. Remote work might have its advantages for some, but when the kids are out of school and libraries and museums are closed, juggling two roles at once can be a challenge. What is a parent to do? As two developmental psychologists dedicated to understanding how children learn and play, these questions are filling our inbox.
Our kids need to put the devices down and to play outdoors more. This isn’t just another parent waxing nostalgic...
Happy Spring! Your spring fever is kicking in, you’ve got a ton on your plate and pollen is already making...
Every parent knows that reading to children supports their long-term language development. Studies show that regularly reading to children helps...
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued its first-ever guidelines on screen time for children younger than 5, recommending no...
In this two-part series, Elliot Haspel explores how one Oregon region mobilized to generate an innovative, next-generation plan for universal...
Curiosity is a key part of early childhood learning. How can we nurture curious kids? The Character Lab offers a playbook with overview, facilitation guide, prep activity, and lots more.
