childhood, children, good habits, parenting
You want the best for your children. You want them to grow up as kind, good-natured, and respected individuals in society. To accomplish this, you must teach your children good habits. What’s amazing is how easily we forget when we were kids and the environment that helped mold our personality into what it is today. ...
Semi-structured block play among preschool-age children has the potential to improve two skills — mathematics and executive functioning — critical to kindergarten readiness, according to a new study by Purdue University researchers. Sara Schmitt, an assistant professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, said: “As an early childhood expert, I feel like I’m constantly being ...
A new study from Australia found that children spontaneously practice skills to prepare for the future, starting at the age of 6. The study, from researchers at the University of Queensland, is published in the journal Child Development. Deliberate practice is essential for improving a wide range of skills important for everyday life, from tying ...