Do What Kids Do
Praise Who They Are, Not Just What They Did
July 17, 2026
Calling a child a 'helper' sticks longer than praising the act of helping. Here's why character-based praise builds deeper self-worth.
Screens Work Better With a Co-Pilot
July 17, 2026
Not all screen time lands the same. Watching together shapes attention differently than tapping alone.
Following Their Lead at the Park Is the Lesson
July 17, 2026
A swing push and some undivided attention aren't 'nothing' — new research says that everyday play is teaching your child how to connect with others.
Cheer the Trying, Not Just the Winning
July 17, 2026
A cheer for effort sticks longer than a cheer for talent. Here's what to shout from the sidelines instead.
Kids Copy Your Calm Before Your Words
July 17, 2026
Research on modeling shows kids learn more from what we do than what we say — here's a small daily move to try.
Naming the Feeling Comes Before the Fix
July 17, 2026
All feelings are welcome, not all actions are. Research shows naming an emotion calms the brain before a child can choose what to do next.