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Brain Development in Early Childhood
Buzzle Nov 10, 2009
Ensuring adequate physical as well as emotional care of your baby are important factors for proper brain development in early
childhood. Wondering why? Read on to know more on brain development in children. Unlike the development of the rest of the body,
brain development in the womb or fetal brain development stages is not complete. Our brain is made of a number of cells called neurons
that process the information it receives.
52 tips to boost your baby's brain development
Online School Nov 1, 2009
Science has not uncovered everything there is to know about gestational development, and the developing human brain is equally elusive. What we do know
is that prenatal development and early childhood education are two of the most important stages in a human's life. Indeed, there may not be any way for an
adult to recover from the mental and emotional damaged caused by childhood neglect.
Boost Your Child's Brainpower by Simply Letting Them Spend More Time on a Playground
IQEQ Nov 1, 2009
We all know kids love playgrounds. Now, research shows that playing on the playground can boost brainpower too! Playing has been linked to emotional,
social motor and cognitive development. Playgrounds facilitate the benefits of pure, spontaneous and active free play.
Does High IQ Spell Success?
ABC News Oct 14, 2009
A typical 1-and-a-half-year-old might wake up his or her parents in the middle of the night asking for a drink of water
or needing to be comforted after a bad dream. But Oscar Wrigley had more pressing things on his mind.
Music enhances brain's ability to recognize sounds
Thai India Oct 25, 2009
Listening to music can significantly enhance human brain's ability to distinguish between various sounds, say
researchers. While analyzing brain's electrical and magnetic signals, lead researcher Laurel Trainor, from McMaster
University in West Hamilton, Ontario found that those with some training showed larger brain responses on a number of
sound recognition tests given to the children.
The brilliant brain
Asia One Oct 03, 2009
Eight-year-old Fidelia Chan is playing a computer game at a 'brain training' class for kids. Eyes glued to the
colorful animation on the screen, she clicks her responses to auditory cues she hears on her headphones, racing confidently through different games.
1 Step to Raise Your Child's IQ Today
Psych Central Sep 28, 2009
Want to raise your child's IQ by 5 points right now? Don't spank them anymore. So says the results of yet another study looking at the negative
effects of spanking on children. This one tracked IQ changes in 1,400 children ages 2 to 9 over 4 years. The results? Children who had been spanked -
even infrequently - suffered from an average 5-point deficit on the IQ test.
Kids Who Get Spanked May Have Lower IQs
WebMD Sep 24, 2009
Parents who spare the rod just might end up with smarter kids. Two
new studies suggest that children who are spanked have lower IQs
than children who aren't, regardless of where they live.
Beyond a high IQ: Emotional, social and ecological intelligence in NYC
Examiner Sep 24, 2009
It appears though that people with a high EI or Emotional
Intelligence (people who understand their emotions and those of the
people around them), tend to excel in their jobs, relationships and
life in general no matter how high or low their IQ's.
Reading helps young minds blossom
Calgary Herald Sep 18, 2009
Julie raises her arms happily, as she sings another nursery rhyme on her mother's lap --and then she has gone again,
running and peeking among the stacks of children's books at the Calgary Public Library's downtown branch.
Iodine supplementation improves children's intellect
Pharmacy News Sep 11, 2009
Iodine has long been linked to brain development and previous Australian studies have indicated that around 50 per cent of Australian children could
suffer from a mild to moderate iodine deficiency, with up to 70 per cent of Victorian children being identified as iron deficient.
Developmentally appropriate learning
Examiner Sep 9, 2009
Parenting is one of the most important and influential jobs there are in the world. A parent is a child's first teacher. Parents want their child to
be smart and succeed, however at what rate and at what risk? There are many programs out there such as: My Baby Can Read with flashcards and Baby Einstein.
Let Recess Boost Your Child's IQ
The Daily Green Aug 18, 2009
A recent study of approximately 11,000 third graders, published in Pediatrics, found that a break of 15 minutes or more in the
school day may play a role in improving learning, social development, and health in elementary school children.
Affection is a very important component of a child's mental development
The Examiner August 31, 2009
So, what does affection have to do with intelligence? Just about everything, it turns out. Sue Gerhardt's book, Why Love Matters:
How Affection Shapes a Baby's Brain, is a review of the latest research into the development of the brain.
Preschool education and brain development
The Examiner Aug 05, 2009
Early childhood education is getting lots of attention these days. Some critics see early childhood education
as nothing more than (in some instances) "high priced daycare". Some ask, how are children learning when they play
all day?
Children with high IQ live longer
Doctor NDTV Aug 13, 2009
Children with high intelligence quotients (IQs) live longer, but it is not clear exactly what role IQ plays in longevity.
Previous studies have shown an association between IQ and mortality, but an explanation for that has proved elusive.
Give your children tools to make wise choices
Victoria Advocate Aug 14, 2009
Here's a statement made by some parents who are not providing the spiritual direction their children need: "Well, you know,
we don't want our children to be robots by trying to control what they think. We want to give them the opportunity to make up
their own minds and believe whatever they want to believe.
Children's brain development depends on teaching them early
Town Talk July 23, 2009
A group of Central Louisiana nurses, social workers, educators and others gathered in Alexandria Wednesday to learn about
the importance of early childhood development. The Forum on Early Childhood, held at the Alexandria Convention Hall, was
part of advocacy efforts by the United Way of Central Louisiana to provide information about the need to nurture children
early in life.
Timing Is Everything: Growth Factor Keeps Brain Development On Track
Science Daily July 18, 2009
Just like a conductor cueing musicians in an orchestra, Fgf10, a member of the fibroblast growth factor (Ffg) family of
morphogens, lets brain stem cells know that the moment to get to work has arrived, ensuring that they hit their first
developmental milestone on time, report scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in the July 16, 2009,
edition of the journal Neuron.
Boost your child's immunity and brain development
The Sunday Mail July 31, 2009
MOTHERS want the absolute best for their growing children, and Mead Johnson Nutrition (MJN)'s growing up milk formulations
are centered on this notion. It's most recent innovations - Enfagrow A+ and Enfakid A+ with more than four times DHA and New
Triple Protection Guard - aim to provide children with the right nutrition for brain development and body resistance.
Intelligence starts before birth
Science Alert June 20, 2009
Research from Perth's Telethon Institute for Child Health Research has revealed a link between healthy growth in the
womb and improved numeracy and literacy skills in early primary school.
Choline improves baby's brain development, reduces birth defects
The Examiner July 13, 2009
Studies show that, in pregnancy, choline plays a critical role in brain development, and may reduce the
risk of neural-tube defects such as spina bifida by as much as fifty percent.
Novel study seems to link social reasoning and brain development in preschoolers
Healthy Jockey July 21, 2009
The ability to recognize what others are thinking and what they mean is a skill unique to people. A latest study
at Queen's University draws attention on the relation between how preschoolers and groups interact, on one side,
and how the brain develops and functions, on the other side.
Ability to Consider Other People's Thoughts Grows After Age 6
US News June 15, 2009
By the time children are 6 years old, the parts of their brain involved in social cognition may be in place, a finding
that may have implications for children with autism, according to U.S researchers.
Are Gifted Children Born or Made
Voice of America July 7, 2009
Some say given enough time, money and instruction, any child can develop a special expertise. Others, however, insist gifted
children are born, not made.
Memory Development in Children
Article Journals June 19, 2009
Many experts believed earlier, that children did not possess any memory skills till they were eight or nine months old,
but many parents have been giving contradictory statements based on their experiences. Recently with the development of
technology and latest research into a baby's memory it is found that a baby's long-term-memory can be as long as 24 hours
when it is just 6 weeks old and up to four months at sixteen months old. This proves that even a baby has specific memory.
Five Reasons Why Your Child Should Take Music Lessons
Best Online Violin July 4, 2009
Many intriguing studies show that music training has a significant impact on the brain development of a
child. Different scientists have presented new findings on the benefits of learning how to play an instrument
over the last five years.
The Importance of Toddler Toys in Brain Development
Toddler Activities June 28, 2009
The first three years of a child are crucial to brain development. During this period, the brain triples in weight
and establishes billions of nerve connections. At the age of three, kids have twice as many nerve connections than
a lot of adults. This is the reason why toddlers are very curious and inquisitive.
Should Genius Kids Know Their IQs?
ABC News June 10, 2009
She is barely out of diapers, but the world already knows 2-year-old Karina Oakley is a genius. Her
mother, Charlotte Fraser, revealed to the British media Tuesday that a London-based intelligence researcher
estimated her young daughter's IQ around 160.
Babies' IQs suffer with fewer than 39 weeks in womb, study finds
The Globe and Mail June 23, 2009
Babies born at 37 or 38 weeks are considered full term, but new research has found that they have
slightly lower IQs and a modestly higher chance of dying in early infancy than those who arrive after
closer to 40 weeks in the womb.
Deprivation of Affection Could Mean Poor Brain Development for Children
Med India June 7, 2009
Babies deprived of love and affection in their first year could be at risk of poor brain development and social skills, a British child psychologist has warned.
Particularly babies of mothers with mental health problems were often at greatest risk.
Manipulating the Brain Network Could Improve IQ
Phys Org June 10, 2009
In an attempt to investigate why some brains are more intelligent than others, researchers have found that efficient wiring
between different brain regions is associated with a higher IQ. This understanding could potentially lead to the development
of drugs that could improve IQ by improving the brain's network efficiency.
Identifying a bright child versus a gifted learner
The Examiner June 1, 2009
A parent is their child's number one advocate and the process begins with them communicating with teachers and other adults who work directly with their
children about how a partnership can be developed in order to best meet the needs of their learner.
How to make your child more intelligent
The Sunday Times May 16, 2009
If you were hopeless at math at school, you probably blamed your family, which has been hopeless at math since time immemorial. You may already have passed the idea
on to your children that when it comes to math, they too will be hopeless. Numeracy and intelligence generally, many people believe, is "in our genes".
Possible Issues for Brain Development of Playing Video Games
The Life Articles May 21, 2009
The human brain contains billions of nerves that link it to various body parts making it the most complex body organ. It administers both voluntary and involuntary
muscles to support bodily functions, and it is responsible for developing different facets of human life.
Learning difficulties and gifted children
The Scoop May 26, 2009
Research shows link between learning difficulties and gifted children. It is often assumed that children with learning difficulties are slow but one in six of the
gifted population suffers from hidden learning difficulties according to the keynote speaker at this year's conference in New Plymouth in June.
Babies Brainier Than Many Imagine
The Science Daily May 7, 2009
A new study from Northwestern University shows what many mothers already know: their babies are a lot smarter than others may realize. Though
only five months old, the study's cuties indicated through their curious stares that they could differentiate water in a glass from solid blue
material that looked very much like water in a similar glass.
Mums who exercise boost baby IQ
The Times Online May 3, 2009
MOTHERS who exercise during pregnancy are helping to boost their child's IQ, according to research by American psychologists. In a challenge to the conventional wisdom,
that intelligence is 80% genetic, Richard E Nisbett, a psychologist and father of two, argues that recent findings point to a pivotal role for mothers. Fathers, whether absent
or doting, have relatively little influence over their offspring's intelligence.
How to raise a two-year-old genius
The Globe and Mail May 5, 2009
Pete and Ilona Pretorius suspected from an early age that their son, James, was special, particularly when he came home from his first day of kindergarten. "Mom, Dad, I think I'm in the wrong class," he said. "Why?" his parents wanted to know. "Because the teacher and I are the only ones who can read," he told them.
Prenatal Learning 'What Is It and When Does It Begin
Health News Digest Apr 26, 2009
Educators and health professionals alike have long stressed the importance of cognitive development for children ages zero to three. While this period of development is undeniably
crucial, it is important to note that a baby's brain actually begins to form cells during the third week of pregnancy - a time when the brain is also open to stimulation and learning
and a time when such an enriched environment is absolutely necessary in every regard.
Brain Boost for Boys
Health News Apr 5, 2009
As a kid, fish sticks were always welcome on my plate, oven baked and full of crumbs, but not without a river of tartar sauce (or ketchup for some kids) in which to dunk to ensure that
there would be no fishy taste at the end of every bite. Now that I am an adult, I love fish and eat it voluntarily without the obligatory tartar sauce or ketchup, but not everyone grows
to adore the taste of fish. A new study from Sweden shows that boys who eat more fish are linked to better test scores.
The child grows in wisdom-alleviate the method of baby brain fatigue
Bukisa Apr 13, 2009
Some babies will express restless appearance after studying a period of time, usually he will look in all directions, the mind in a short while touches this toy not and rather
and in a short while does again and completely listen to not to enter the thing learned, ex- learn after forget, usually also suddenly drive what things draw on but leave position.
How Playing Games Develops Creativity
Barex Mar 28, 2009
Spending time on solving online puzzles is similar to a blade with two sharp sides. It is well-known today that playing on the computer help the brain development,
thus helping children learn new reasoning ways and improve their performance. However, such games can develop into addiction, resulting in your child's exhaust and
poor performance.
Good Video Games for Brain Development
Computer Natter Mar 20, 2009
How much tolerance do you have for your children's video game playing habits? Do you limit the amount of time that kids can spend in front of the TV? Or you can just outlaw video games? Either way,
are you the parent who teaches their children moderation?
The secret to making your child smarter? It's free
Katu Mar 21, 2009
If you are a parent, you have probably wondered how you can make your child smarter. Though parents spend thousands of dollars hoping to give their kids an edge, the best tools are free.
The Benefits of Seafood Are Valid Even During Pregnancy
Online Health News Mar 26, 2009
Any responsible couple knows that you can't mess around with nutrition when a woman is pregnant; this nine month period is absolutely sacred, and both parents need to do
everything possible to make sure that the child developing within the womb is getting all the vitamins, proteins, and other nutrients necessary to guarantee a healthy future.
Activity is the key to toddlers' mental growth
Sunday Herald Mar 16, 2009
Published as part of the Growing Up in Scotland (GUS) series, the study is the latest in an ongoing project commissioned by the Scottish government
to track 8000 young Scots born between June 2002 and May 2005 from infancy into adolescence.
Music lessons provide a workout for the brain
New Scientist Mar 13, 2009
Scans of the brains of child musicians before and after musical training have yielded compelling evidence that proficiency and skill relies on hard graft, not innate genius. Earlier
studies have shown that adult musicians have different brains to adult non-musicians. But the latest results settle arguments about whether the brain differences were there from birth,
or developed through practice.
Iodine Deficiency - a Concern in Pregnancy
Suit 101 Mar 15, 2009
Iodine deficiency is a major health concern. The most vulnerable time for iodine deficiency is during pregnancy and lactation, and childhood.
Unfortunately, worldwide these population groups are showing signs of potential iodine deficiency.
Outdoor play is good for a kid's body -- and brain
Mansfield News Journal Feb 02, 2009
I recently heard an adult gently pleading with a 6-year-old boy, "Come outside and go sledding. I promise you it will be better than that video game
you're playing." The boy reluctantly complied and discovered the wonderful feeling of swooshing down a snowy hill.
Forget fish oil and Sudoku - it's exercise that makes you brainier
Mail Online Jan 19, 2009
Regular exercise isn't just good for your body - there is now much evidence to show it can also
dramatically improve your brain, boosting learning capabilities, reducing stress, smoothing hormonal
fluctuations and reversing the signs of ageing.
Infant brain development should be a most intelligent
Love-Health Dec 31, 2008
Do you know? Children in infancy have the most intelligent brain. Newborn babies, it is the brain has amazing absorptive
capacity. To "children's homes" and the world-famous Italian Mongolian Carex shuttle home early childhood education, Ms. Lee, it called the "absorption
of viviparous spirit." She said: "baby born in its environment to accept all kinds of sensory stimulation, the formation and the quality of
the environment.
Does Learning a Musical Instrument Help Make Your Child Smarter?
Honolulu Advertiser Jan 07, 2009
A group of preschoolers in California were given piano lessons once a week, while other members of their class received
computer training, and a third group got no special instruction. The budding pianists scored 34% higher than the other
groups on tests designed to measure spatial-temporal reasoning skills - those required for mathematics, chess, science
and engineering. Interestingly, the computer kids scored no higher than the group who received no special instruction.
How can I improve my child's memory?
Nurture Our Child Jan 04, 2009
School starts again after a long holiday. Parents are hoping their children to be able to cope with school works and studies, especially
children who soon begin their formal school life. Memory plays an important role in helping a child to improve his learning ability.
Some children can remember what the teacher taught in the class just through listening. Some are able to memorize the information in the
book with one glance.
Food for Brain News
Healthy brain, healthy child
Globe Gazette Nov 11, 2009
Eating a healthy breakfast with "brain-friendly" foods can help children do well in school. It is not just breakfast, though, that is important. The
more balanced the meals, the more balanced the brain function.
Two Eggs a Day Can Raise Child's IQ
Tempo Interactive Oct 6, 2009
Eating two eggs a day can help raise a child's IQ. Eggs can also make up for iodine deficiency, which is a problem
experienced by many children living in mountainous areas. Nutritionist from Gadjah Mada University's Medical Faculty
in Yogyakarta, Toto Sudargo, presented the result of his research to journalists yesterday.
Eating Licorice In Pregnancy May Affect A Child's IQ And Behavior
Science Daily Oct 7, 2009
A study of eight-year-old children whose mothers ate large amounts of licorice when pregnant found they did not perform as well as other youngsters in cognitive tests. They were also more
likely to have poor attention spans and show disruptive behavior such as ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).
An egg a day... keeps the doc away
The Times of India Sep 1, 2009
With an aim to checking the increasing cases of Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) among children, officials of the health department are
encouraging parents to include eggs in the diet of their child as they are rich sources of protein.
Dietary Guidelines for a Child's Growing Brain: the Basics
Corn Calories Aug 23, 2009
Once a child moves beyond breastfeeding, it's up to us parents to take on the awesome responsibility of navigating our way through
a lousy American diet and nourishing our kids in ways that help - not hinder - their growing bodies and brains. This is more challenging
than it ought to be, because the American diet - especially for kids - is so skewed toward empty calories. Too many of the foods favored
by kids have too much carbohydrate and sugar but not enough protein and far too few good fats (especially EFAs) and micronutrients.
Breast Feeding Heavenly Nectar For Babies
Desk Top Scripts Aug 23, 2009
Breast-feeding is the greatest and the best gift any mother can give her child. Yet, the world over, there are millions of infants deprived
of this benefit. This is because of many factors and circumstances force mothers use formula milk instead. These circumstances could be physical
(such as the mother is incapable of producing milk, or the baby has a lactose digestion problem) or it could be due to the fact that both the parents
need to work, and hence the mother cannot be at home to nurse the child at the same time.
5 Power foods for kids
The Examiner Sep 1, 2009
School is back again. Here are 5 foods that parents can incorporate into their child's daily diet and fun ideas to get the kids
to enjoy the food.
Breast milk key to child's intelligence
The Med Guru June 28, 2009
For the first time, researchers used sibling data in order to examine whether breast milk is associated with
higher intelligence in children by assessing the academic achievements of 191 American sibling pairs.
Top 4 Foods to Boost Your Memory
Fox News June 10, 2009
While nothing beats a good sleep for enhancing your memory, the foods that you choose to include in your diet also play a
role in how your memory functions. Many pay attention to their diets in terms of whether it'll help them build muscle or lose
fat, but they neglect to think of how food can improve memory.
A learning diet
The Star Daily May 24, 2009
Good nutrition provides your child with all the necessary tools he needs to learn about this world. YOUR child is born to learn. He begins exploring the world very
early in life. This is when immense learning takes place, and vital skills like speaking, reading, writing, and counting are acquired. What your child learns during
this period is critical for laying a strong foundation, not only for formal schooling, but also for a lifetime of learning.
Brain Food
The Star Online May 13, 2009
Studies have shown that children who consume high glycemic index food have poorer word recall ability, attention span and memory power. NOT many parents realize this, but by three months old, a
baby's brain has developed 40% to 50% of the total adult number of brain cells. In the first year of a child's life, the brain gains weight by 2g a day.
How Much Fish to Eat While Pregnant
Forbes Apr 10, 2009
Women, who are pregnant, should include fish in their diet for optimal maternal health and fetal growth and development. That much health experts agree on. However, just how much seafood
moms-to-be can safely consume without exposing their unborn babies to dangerous levels of mercury is a matter of ongoing debate.
From Early Brain Development to Digestive Health, New Juicy Juice Beverages Aid Children Through Different Stages of Growth and Development
PRNewswire Apr 6, 2009
Juicy Juice Brain Development is the only children's fruit juice
beverage on the market currently offering DHA, which makes it a
great first juice beverage choice for 1-2 year-olds. DHA acts as a
building block for brain development during a child's first two
years of life(1), when their brains triple in size, and experts
often recommend infant formula fortified with DHA for children who
are not breastfeeding (breast milk is a natural source of DHA).
Children who eat porridge for breakfast 'get better exam results'
The Telegraph Apr 09, 2009
Children who followed such a diet before their third birthday had improved scores in reading and problem-solving tests compared to their peers, it was revealed. In a study that provides
some of the strongest links yet between nutrition and academic performance, academics said it also increased the likelihood of remaining in education for longer. It had a particular effect
on girls.
Pre-term omega-3 may boost brain development for girls, not boys
Decision News Jan 16, 2009
Supplements of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA may boost the neurodevelopment of prematurely born baby girls, but premature boys don’t get the same benefits, says a new study.
Early Child Development News
The Importance of Reading Books to Children
Literary News Sep 28, 2009
It is surprising but true; in today's technology-dependent world, little focus is being placed on the importance of reading to kids.
Getting children book selections and reading to kids is important now if the children are to develop a desire for reading in the future
or for the long term. Kids books and reading are a vital component for brain development too; the more a child reads, the easier it is to
learn new material and to assimilate it into his or her learning.
Toddlers from talkative homes have advantage in learning
Canada July 31, 2009
It's easy to forgive parents for feeling exhausted when faced with all the options to help improve their toddlers'
literacy and language development before school: Think everything from flash cards to Baby Einstein DVDs.
Art helps develop children's creativity
Crest on News Advertiser July 29, 2009
We have all had the pleasure of observing or interacting with children when they bring their imaginations to life.
Children have the ability to openly express themselves without being easily embarrassed. They often create their own ideas,
theories and interests independently. One way to support and sustain a child's natural inclination towards creativity is to
give them access to art education.
Getting kids off to good start essential
Courier Press July 17, 2009
Employers consistently rank intelligence and the ability to learn, communicate and build relationships as vital workplace
skills. Extensive research has proven that an adult's capacity for all of these things is actually developed during childhood,
beginning at birth. This is because a child's day-to-day experiences affect the actual hard wiring of his or her brain, including
the formation of intelligence and personality.
Constant TV is bad for babies: study
AFP June 1, 2009
Having the television on constantly in a household with infants and toddlers is bad for brain and language development
because it reduces the number of words the kids hear and say, a study showed Monday.
Should we leave babies to cry?
The Independent June 9, 2009
One of the most popular fashions of the moment for training a baby to sleep is "controlled crying", where you leave your baby to cry for long periods
with the hope that in the end they will stop crying and eventually learn to put themselves to sleep.
Parents key to children's early learning
Pal Item May 5, 2009
Those parents who seek out accredited private preschool programs and take advantage of Head Start get a jump out of the gate for their child's education. But parents who cannot
afford preschool programs, or are unwilling to use them, put their child's educational future at risk.
TV watching doesn't fast-track baby's skills
The Sunday Times Mar 15, 2009
The next time you pass by a shelf full of videos claiming to be educationally stimulating for babies, you might want to think twice before pulling out
your wallet. A new study suggests that watching television will not improve a baby's language or cognitive skills, even if they watch several hours a day.
Pointing and gesturing at babies during their second year boosts their vocabulary
The Telegraph Feb 12, 2009
Scientists have found that pointing and gesturing at your child around the age of 14 months has a significant effect on its ability
to make conversation when it reaches school age. They believe that the non-verbal communication between parents and child gives the
baby's brain a major head start in learning to talk.
Sensory Development in a Child
Edu Book Feb 08, 2009
Children learn about the world around them in the beginning primarily through their senses. The five primary senses include sight, sound, hearing,
taste and touch. Body position can actually be included among the list of senses as well. A child learns to crawl, walk and run by learning how to
position the body in such a way to create movement. A baby learns to sit, to crawl, to stand and to walk. Children continue to learn how to keep their
balance as they play sports and take part in other activities.
Give your child a preschool boost
Mansfield News Feb 01, 2009
Preschool has become so popular it is now actually expected in our society. In previous years, young
children from affluent families attended "nursery school." Many programs exist today to make it possible
for all children to attend preschool.
Keep education age appropriate for all students
Superior Telegram Jan 30, 2009
Many folks still remember when the Soviet Union launched the first satellite in the late 1950s. This sparked
an educational revolution that has continued from at least 1959 into the 21st Century, or in other words, for
the last 50 years. The common word was that we needed to educate our children, bring them up to the same level,
and exceed the student achievement in other industrialized countries.
Mum's cuddles may affect development of boys and girls
Daily Record Jan 09, 2009
HOW you cuddle, your baby could determine how he or she behaves in later life, according to research. American scientists claim treating a baby boy like a girl and vice versa can change
the way their brains work, contrary to previous beliefs that such things are only decided long before birth.
HOME-SCHOOLING: Talking, touching vital to learning
The Washington Times Jan 18, 2009
Loving parenting is the best brain development tool you can choose to help your child at any age. If you want your children
to be smart, successful and well-adjusted human beings, be their first and best teacher. You won't regret it.
5 Reasons to Consider A Multivitamin Supplement
Little Stomaks Jan 12, 2009
I have heard a variety of opinions from Moms through my
Global Toddlers survey on the topic of nutritional supplements. Some are using
them for their toddlers, while others are skeptical about their effectiveness. Personally, we have not used any multivitamin supplements
for our twins so far, but we also think about it sometimes.
Teacher says learning to communicate with infants is a good sign
Loveland Reporter-Herald Jan 11, 2009
For new parents with babies, there’s a better way to stop that fit than coddling the tantrum away, a Fort Collins sign language specialist says. At a baby sign language
class at Loveland's Orchards Baptist Church on Saturday, teacher Deanne Seitz told a crowd of 40 to 50 parents that sign language can bridge the communication gap between
infants and parents.
Baby TV time slows development: Research
Can West News Jan 13, 2009
Far from providing the brain-boosting advantages promised by specialized programs aimed at the youngest viewers, TV time for children under two does more harm than good,
according to a newly published review of international research.
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