40% of parents have never had a conversation with their children about AI

While artificial intelligence has become an inescapable presence in the lives of the "AI generation," a significant disconnect i...

Early deception: A surprising sign of cognitive growth

When a toddler hides a forbidden cookie behind their back or suddenly "needs the bathroom" to avoid cleaning up toys, it can fee...

Balancing the books: Should schools prioritize reading for pleasure or reading for the future?

For years, the "reading for pleasure" mantra has dominated educational discourse. The idea is simple: if we make reading fun, ch...

Redshirting and kindergarten: Why the "gift of time" may have limited benefits

The decision of when to start kindergarten is one of the first major academic milestones parents face. For many, "academic redsh...

Digital rebalancing: Why parents are pushing back on screens in early grades

In the wake of the pandemic, technology has become deeply embedded in the daily lives of even our youngest students. However, a...

Goal-directed play: A powerful tool for social development

"Play nicely, children" is a familiar plea from parents and teachers, but getting children to cooperate may depend less on their...