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Child Learn & Play

Children learn by observing, experimenting and asking questions. Find out when to guide them—and when to step back and let them explore.

little boy making a snowball

10 Montessori-inspired winter activities your kids will love

Winter with children can be tough, but the entire family will enjoy these activities.

If you want an educational toy for your kids, go old-school, says new study

Blocks, crayons and balls do wonders for your child's development, says the AAP.

mom and daughter playing in the kitchen

To help your child be a leader, let them play

Here are some ways creative play nurtures the leadership mindset.

What is W sitting—what every parent needs to know

W sitting is when a child is seated with their bottom on the ground, having their knees and feet behind them.

6 tips for helping your child adjust to their new glasses

Once you're ready to embark on this new vision journey, consider some of these tips when it comes time to talk to your child about their new specs.

The perfect way to explain consent to kids—from a 3rd grade teacher

"I created the organization of the chart, but almost everything in it—the ideas, the quotes—those are things that were 100% generated by my students," Kleinrock says.

11 practical tips to pick books for your advanced reader

The key is finding a book or series that's engaging, well-matched to your kid's literacy skills, and on target with their emotional development.

Why your preschooler isn’t sharing

New research suggests young children want to share—but they don't yet understand how much they have.

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