Two new initiatives are evaluating preschool curricula, making the case that programs designed to teach the youngest learners ...

Curiosity is the starting point for discovery, especially in early childhood. Children learn best when they explore through play, hands-on experiences, and creative engagement. Parents and educators ...

Three movement habits in toddlerhood — active play with parents, limited screen time, and sufficient sleep — predict a more ...

Magic Memories operates early learning schools that emphasize play-based approaches to foster cognitive, social, and academic development in young children. At the Plymouth Meeting preschool and child ...

In a recent article published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, researchers assessed whether physical inactivity in early childhood affects mental health in ...

Early childhood is a time of rapid growth, and playful, hands-on activities can spark curiosity while building essential skills. From art projects to phonics games, the right mix of creativity and ...

EAGLE COUNTY – Being a parent isn’t easy, just ask Wendi Hollenbeck.Sometimes all she needs is a place to drop off her 16-month-old for a few hours while she runs errands. But for all the talk about ...