New research looks at how movement-based games like Simon Says and Red Light, Green Light can improve a young student’s self ...

• Self-regulation helps kids manage big emotions and behaviors, but it’s a skill they need to learn over time—and they learn it from their parents. • Parents play a key role in teaching ...

Nearly half of teenagers report being online nearly constantly, according to a recent survey by the Pew Research Center. And “screen-time” is pervasive among younger children, surveys show. There’s no ...

From banging pots to dancing with scarves, music in early childhood is more than fun—it’s a powerful tool for building coordination, creativity, and confidence. Research shows that songs, rhythms, and ...

I study self-regulation, but I still struggle to manage my emotions as a parent at times. Parents' actions can strongly shape how children develop self-regulation, so I'd like to do better. Strategies ...

Emotional regulation skills help kids learn how to socialize with their peers, and manage overwhelming feelings. Kids who can regulate their emotions have fewer or less intense tantrums, and might ...