Children lie much earlier, and more often, than most parents expect. Understanding why can help adults respond with clarity, not panic, and teach honesty without shame.

If parents have an accent, you expect their kids to eventually have an accent too. But they have to learn to speak first, right? So imagine the internet's delighted surprise at the so-called "Scouse ...

Early childhood is a critical period for brain development, which is important for boosting cognition and mental well-being. Good brain health at this age is directly linked to better mental heath, ...

Babies start off wildly dependent and grow very quickly in the first three years of life. Because they change so rapidly, this period comes with its own stages of parent/caregiver development too: The ...

Children everywhere start out similar, but culture shapes how sharing, honesty, and cooperation grow over time.

Children begin learning language long before they fully understand its deeper meaning. When adults intentionally introduce ...