Between the ages of three and four, children undergo a major leap in their ability to use grammar, and recent research ...

For students interested in exploring historical and contemporary U.S. policy and how it impacts children, young people, and families, the Schubert Center offers a unique curriculum through the Child ...

A child picks up a crayon and begins to sketch a scene from a story, not knowing that this simple act is strengthening the ...

The first two years of life are critical for children’s development and growth. While pediatric caregivers rely on a healthy weight trajectory that promotes cognitive, motor and socioemotional skills, ...

Preschool children who are securely attached to their mothers form closer friendships in the early grade-school years for a number of reasons, according to a new University of Illinois study published ...

This activity was supported by contracts between the National Academy of Sciences and the Bainum Family Foundation (#7608); Doris Duke Foundation (#20212490); Foundation for Child Development ...

Childhood is a time of growth, learning, and development. Your child is increasing in height and weight, learning new physical and social skills, and laying the foundations of adulthood. If you have ...

Earning a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential opens the door to rewarding careers in early childhood education. With this credential, you are qualified to work in a variety of early childhood ...