LD Articles, Resources and Success Stories

In the 1950s and 60s, at the University of Wisconsin, baby rhesus monkeys were kept in small barren cages where different groups were socially isolated for the first three, six, and twelve months of their lives. During these times, the baby monkeys had no contact with their mothers or other monkeys.

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Welcome to the wonderful world of pretend play, where a cardboard tube is a telescope, and the space under the dining room table is a cave. Pretend play, also called make-believe and imaginary play, has been regarded as crucial to children’s healthy development.

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Play is any activity indulged in for the pleasure it gives and not for some end result. The person plays for play’s own sake. Play differs from work, which a person engages in because they want the end result it can achieve.

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So, summer is ending, and school is approaching. Being prepared can help ensure that the first day back is fun and stress-free, both for you and your little one. Here are fifteen ways you can be sure you’re ready.

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Learn how to create and organize your own homeschool library. Friends and neighbors who also homeschool may enjoy borrowing and sharing items. This is a guide on doing this, including ideas on where to gather items.

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Early childhood development sets the foundation for lifelong learning, behavior, and mental health. We have listed ten early childhood development tips for you to keep in mind while navigating this first chapter of your child’s life.

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You want your child to get the best education possible. However, the schools in your area aren’t great, or maybe they are good. Private schools can be expensive. You’ve thought about homeschooling too. How do you know which option to choose? Here are some points to consider.

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Family dinner time is an important part of the day. Not only is it a time to sit down and have a nutritious meal, but it also provides family members with the opportunity to connect as they talk about the events of the day.

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When you commit to educating your children at home, you are embarking on a journey together. Life is about to change drastically for all of you, and the odds are favorable that the benefits will far outweigh any drawbacks. Your children may be excited about the change, or they might be feeling anxious. Here are a few tips to prepare your kids for homeschooling, even if your insides are turning somersaults.

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There are two forms of motor development within the motor milestones: gross motor development and fine motor development. These two areas of motor development allow an infant to progress from being helpless and completely dependent to being an independently mobile child.

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Parents should teach their children about money from an early age. Even preschoolers can understand some lessons about the value of money. Here are five tips for teaching young children about money.

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This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of school uniforms. It examines both sides of the issue and concludes in favor of uniform requirements.

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