Child Brain Development

What's going on in your child's beautiful head? A developing memory and ever-growing curiosity of the world! Want to help build his knowledge? Read on for our brainpower-boosting tips.
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11 Ways to Help Your Child Learn Math
Learn how to capitalize on your child's innate understanding of general math concepts and give her a head start.
8 Ways to Get Your Toddler Talking
Looking for ways to get your little one's vocabulary off on the right track? These activities give toddlers and preschoolers a start on ... Read More
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ADHD: The Differences between Boys and Girls
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is widely under-diagnosed in girls. Find out how the signs may differ by gender. ... Read More
Baby Language Development
It is amazing how quickly communication skills develop in babies. Learn how communication happens, how speaking and listening develops, ... Read More
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Children and Time: What They—Usually—Know and When
From birth and beyond, here's a step-by-step look at what babies, toddlers, and older kids understand about time.
Developing Pre-Reading Skills
The first time a child sits down and reads a book unaided can seem magical, and mastering this skill builds the foundation for all future ... Read More
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Do Skinnier Moms Have Smarter Kids?
A British study suggests that overweight women have kids with lower IQs. What's the connection between pregnancy weight and your baby's ... Read More
Master Class: Toddler Learning through the Masterworks
From Beethoven to Van Gogh, your toddler can learn a variety of cognitive and creative skills from the great masterworks. Here's how... ... Read More
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Memory Boosters
A retentive memory is a multi-faceted asset your child will value for life. There are things parents can do for a child of any age--even one not ... Read More
Mommy, Why Is the Sky Blue?
Asking questions is an important part of your child's development, but how do you handle the inevitable stumpers? The "answer" may surprise ... Read More
Music to His Ears: Your Young Child and Sound
Scientists now understand that young children, even babies in the womb, respond positively to music. Learn how introducing music to your ... Read More
Playgroups for Toddlers: Learning Through Play
Playgroups for toddlers help with development and socialization. But they are great for mom, too! Read how they can benefit you and your baby. ... Read More
Q&A: I let my baby watch TV. Will it cause any developmental delays?
Raising a Reader
If you to expose your child to pleasant language experiences early in their life, they will grow up with a positive attitude toward stories and ... Read More
Read Your Children a Story—and Boost Their Brainpower
Reading aloud to infants and toddlers is beneficial in many ways, from hearing spoken language to feeling a heartbeat next to theirs. ... Read More
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