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The incidence of parents delaying the start to school has doubled. Why are they making this choice?
How building your child’s spoken word bank can boost their capacity to read
Hearing a word makes reading it later easier, eye-tracking research has shown
How to maintain the balance between boundaries and freedom in secondary school parenting
How can parents best help their children with their schooling without actually doing it for them?
How parenting advice assumes you’re white and middle class
Diversity matters when it comes to making sure psychology research is widely applicable
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No shortcut: the importance of good habits and routine for ensuring kids sleep well
Fidget toys aren’t just hype
Psychological research shows how people adjust their environment to ensure they have just the right level of stimulation.
How puberty affects school performance
Attentive teachers and parents can help developing teenagers navigate academic disruption
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