Toddlers learn faster when surprised, recognizing improbable events even without words. Experiencing unexpected scenarios boosts their memory.

A unique study has thrown fascinating new light on how young children begin to understand the meaning of words.The ...

1. Early Literacy Skills. Regularly reading aloud to children significantly boosts early literacy skills, such as recognizing ...

Experts from the College of Education and Human Development share guidance and resources for fostering early literacy ...

Up to 50% of twins develop their own communication pattern with one another. Most lose it over time, but for the Youlden ...

Bulgarelli’s fascination with language development began during a pivotal moment in her adolescence. Having moved from Italy to the U.S. as a middle schooler, she vividly recalls the moment she first ...

A major study, the first of its kind, has revealed key insights into the extent to which children under three years old have ...

A recent study highlights that many autistic children show an intense interest in letters and numbers, which may play a distinct role in their language development.

So, should you be handing over the iPad to your toddler or holding off? Tough call, right? As parents, we've all faced the dilemma of whether to allow screen time for our little ones. Spoiler: there's ...

A book can inspire joy and stir the imagination, and even better this holiday season is the gift of sharing that book with ...

The American Academy of Pediatrics says reading is important to child health and strong families. Reach Out and Read is ...

How can research help families raising infants with Down syndrome? Professor of Kinesiology and Health Jerry Wu is leading a ...