Yet one simple habit continues to make a lasting difference: reading together. Reading aloud to children can be an accessible ...

Reading enjoyment is at its lowest level for two decades, according to the National Literacy Trust’s annual survey. This ...

Children who read printed books demonstrate better comprehension and concentration, while screens are associated with lower ...

Artificial intelligence will continue to transform education and daily life. Children will grow up with AI, but they need ...

Music training seems to boost reading skills in young children by enhancing their ability to recognise and manipulate the sounds that make up words. Learning to play an instrument has long been linked ...

What do puzzles, gymnastics, writing and using maps all have in common? They all rely on people’s ability to visualize objects as they spin, flip or turn in space, without physically moving them. This ...

During the holidays, we tend to think big—our minds drifting to bright toys, large boxes, and elaborate gadgets. However, as a pediatrician, I know that some of the most transformative gifts for young ...

Parents face an increasingly difficult decision: embrace technology in children’s education or protect their developing brains. New research from cognitive neuroscientists provides a clear answer. The ...

Two children sit in different schools. Both struggle to read. Both have similar low scores on national tests. But while one gets a diagnosis of specific learning difficulties and a package of support, ...