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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.

Children's Health

Researchers find a little childhood independence can reduce kids’ anxiety

“We are seeing results equal to much longer therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or medication.”

Child Learn & Play

6 crafts and games to celebrate Women’s History Month with kids

Heroine comics, painted portraits and other creative crafts to engage little ones.

home

5 steps to starting Montessori at home—no perfect playroom required

In their new book, “The Montessori Child,” authors and experts Simone Davies and Junnifa Uzodike share that it’s not about the minimalist aesthetic—but the philosophy behind the method.

Viral & Trending

This video spoofing playground designers is hilariously real

"We could make that out of a metal that's freezing in the winter but scalding in the summer."

Parenting

The happiest kids in the world have social safety nets

I wanted to know why Dutch children like Louie and Morris are often cited as being the happiest in the world.

Parenting

The power of words: Why non-physical compliments mean so much more to children (and adults)

Next time you want to praise your kid, try one of these 25 non-physical compliments.

Child Learn & Play

10 Minute to Win It games for kids for an awesome family fun night

Get the whole family off of their screens and engaged with these fun games!

Parenting

Dr. Becky expertly explains why you shouldn’t force kids to say ‘thank you’ after receiving gifts

Her viral video demonstrates a more effective way to teach children about gratitude.

Viral & Trending

Family therapist uses these phrases instead of ‘be careful’ during risky play

Our knee-jerk response is to yell ‘be careful!’ to our children—but there are more empowering phrases we can use.

Child Learn & Play

Yes, you can train your toddler to have fewer tantrums—all through play

Here’s how to develop the 5 social-emotional skills your child needs to tame tantrums.

Life

Hands-on teacher reveals the life skill they taught their kids during class

“You’re going to be the cool teacher who taught them life skills!”

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