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Language allows us to learn, build relationships and succeed. Children begin to communicate from birth and gradually learn the rules that make up language.

Children have been moving in sneakers for physical activity for so long we seem to have forgotten that feet do have sentient qualities.

What is going on in the brain as infants and toddlers grow? Here are three things to know about brain development that can be helpful when interacting with children.

Developmental milestones give a general idea about what to expect from children of different ages. However, there will always be differences between individual children. Some children begin to walk at 10 months, some at 15 months.

There have been decades of study and many programs claiming to be the solution to bullying, and few programs have actually proved to be effective. One of the main problems in preventing bullying is trying to decrease the already established behavior, instead of trying to stop the behavior before it begins.

Loose parts and authentic play experiences for children are two vitally important initiatives at Fairy Dust Teaching.

Read the 10 way babies learn when we sing to them.

How many times do you imagine a child hears an adult say, "Be careful!"?

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can also be a difficult time of the year emotionally for many people. This is especially true for children who are being abused, grieving the loss of a loved one, living with grandparents or a foster family, or experiencing other tough situations.

Childcare drop off can be rough for children and their parents, and sometimes it can create challenges for childcare teachers. The wails and tears can cause guilt and anxiety feeding into parents and teachers concern about the child's emotional well-being.