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Baby Proof: What research says about language learning in young children

October 29, 2026
language & literacy baby proof data & research language preservation

New research shows mixing languages with your young children doesn’t hurt vocabulary growth, it can actually help it. Read More

teacher-child interactions are key to quality child care

Quality child care: 6 things to look for in teacher-child interactions

11/2/2018
child care

Teacher-child interactions that are stimulating and nurturing are an essential part of quality child care programs. Check out our 1-minute video for what to…

Pediatricians say baby walkers are unsafe

Doctors say baby walkers are not safe, don’t help development

10/15/2018
safety

Baby walkers are advertised as fun for young children, but pediatricians say they’re dangerous.

Young child with glasses plays with parents

Podcast: Eyes on Learning

10/1/2018
health & nutrition

Healthy vision is important for a child’s development and learning. But children don’t know what they can’t see.

Not just a theory: Block play builds STEM skills in early childhood

9/26/2018
play

Did you know that young Albert Einstein spent a lot of time playing with blocks?

high quality early learning programs boost kids social emotional development and later academic achievement

High-quality early childhood programs provide long-lasting benefits for kids

9/25/2018
early learning

A recent study shows that quality child care and preschool programs boost kids’ social-emotional skills and academic achievement.

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September is Literacy Month, but it’s always time to read and talk with your child

9/17/2018
language & literacy

Reading together and having back-and-forth conversations help young kids develop the skills they’ll need to become good readers.

Grandparents Day offers opportunity to recognize those grandparents raising grandchildren

9/7/2018
grandparents

The relationship between a child and a grandparent is a special bond, a relationship that is celebrated nationally on the first Sunday after Labor Day. This…

New from AAP: ‘Children should ride in a rear-facing car safety seat as long as possible’

8/31/2018
safety

The American Academy of Pediatrics now advises that young kids should ride in a rear-facing car seat as long as possible. This will include almost all children…

Arizona’s young children drowning rate is double the national rate

8/15/2018
safety

Drownings are a top cause of injury-related death for Arizona children. Consider these tips to keep your child safe around water.

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