I’ve explored the science behind what makes kids happier, what type of parenting works best and what makes for joyful families. But what makes children — from babies up through the teen years — ...

In an age where screens dominate classrooms and workplaces, handwriting might seem like a relic of the past. But research shows that putting pen to paper plays a crucial role in literacy development. ...

Not all screen time is created equal, and how kids spend it, whether creatively or passively, can make all the difference. For instance, young children who watch a “Bluey” episode or play a memory ...