Understanding child development acts as a springboard for students to examine their practice in greater depth. Mary Evans explains how this unit supports underpinning knowledge It is no coincidence ...

When we understand how children grow emotionally, we can support them more effectively. Milestones can be helpful guides, but remember that many children struggle with emotion regulation, especially ...

Trying to keep up with your child's development - and what's best for them at a certain age or stage - can feel like an impossible task. They're always learning and growing and it's easy to lose grasp ...

Consider this parable. In a small town, Leo was known for his mischief—disrupting classes, pulling pranks, and ignoring authority. Concerned, his parents sought help from three psychologists. Dr.

Child development researchers have revealed the 25 words that children should be able to say by the time they turn two. However, other experts have called into question whether a child’s development ...

We know brain development continues from infancy to adulthood, but many parents underestimate how much a child’s brain changes from year to year, and how those changes can influence behaviour. Decades ...

Why do children sometimes bite others, what can parents do to manage the behaviour, and when should they get further help? By Annette Rawstrone You are chatting with friends while your toddlers are ...

This content is written in partnership with our chosen advertiser. To learn more click here The first five years of a child’s life are considered the most formative in life, as children learn faster ...