Social media ban: how to listen, connect, and empower your child

The upcoming ban on social media for children under 16 presents a unique challenge for parents. Whether you agree with the legis...

Why it is more important than ever to teach children basic math skills

Math scores in the United States have been declining for decades, creating a crisis that educators are desperate to solve. Howev...

Why you should let your child count on their fingers (according to science)

If you’ve ever watched your preschooler solve a math problem by laboriously counting out the answer on their fingers, you might...

Screen time and language development in early childhood

The "screen time" dilemma

It is the question on every modern parent’s mind: Is letting my toddler watch a tablet hurting their...

A persistent myth about learning to read

For decades, a popular saying has ruled the classroom: "From kindergarten to third grade, children learn to read; after third g...

The huge benefits of early education

Many parents wonder if early education is truly necessary or if they should simply let "kids be kids" until they start school. W...