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Positive coping strategies and parental role modeling can help reduce stress in adolescence. Anika Stark, Claudia Woodtli, Melina Pozzy, Noemi Lutz, and David Bürgin explore. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Working with, not against, teenagers' body clocks can yield academic and emotional benefits. Chiara Staub, Alessia Colacino, Sarah Zurmühle, and David Bürgin explore. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

A simple dance game may improve preschoolers' working memory, says Melissa Hogenboom. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Boys can become dissatisfied with their bodies when they compare themselves with others online, but adults can help. Jessica Felder, Tamesha Dirr, Livia von Siebenthal, Yaëlle Eschmann, and David Bürgin explore. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Language skills and self-regulation develop together in early childhood, say Pilar Alamos and Catalina Lecaros. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Encouragement from caregivers and educators could help close the gender gap in outdoor play, says Amanda Ruggeri. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Adults can teach children how to manage boredom, says Meeri Kim. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Educators need strong evidence to choose the most effective educational interventions, say Astrid E. J. Bowen and Jo Van Herwegen. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Teaching and measuring creative thinking is a challenge but creativity is an important skill, says Eva Amsen. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

How to embed inclusion in school from the ground up, from Helena Pozniak. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Children are less motivated when they think they have to work harder than their peers, say Bethany Lassetter and Andrei Cimpian. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Babies may be able to encode memories in the brain, but cannot access them later. Meeri Kim explores. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Joyful talk and play in everyday scenarios help children learn, say Andrea Paula Goldin, Michelle Dinneen-White, and Benjamin Herold. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

The neuroscience behind peer-to-peer learning in the classroom, from Pablo Mayorga and Solange Denervaud. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Simply asking and answering personal questions can help, says Melissa Hogenboom. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Adults should support young people in making healthy decisions about their phone use, rather than banning phones, says Kathryn Bates. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Caregivers and educators can encourage pattern learning in children, says Kaitlyn Parks. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

A vision for integrated education and the science of teaching and learning, from Michael Thomas. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Children intentionally misunderstand instructions to bend the rules, says Meeri Kim, who talks to cognitive scientist Tomer Ullman. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Jonathan Santo on seeking effective interventions for the most victimized young people. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Successful learning personalization tools adapt to children as they change, say Garvin Brod and Leonard Tetzlaff. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Recognising the impact of developmental coordination disorder is the first step in helping children succeed, says Kathryn Bates. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Teaching children metacognitive strategies can increase educational equality, says Melissa Hogenboom. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

An autism-friendly classroom can promote learning and wellbeing, says Kathryn Bates. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

A supportive environment is more effective than cognitive training, says Kathryn Bates. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Parents and children can benefit from playing video games together, says Helena Pozniak. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Three tips for creating environments that help pupils from all backgrounds fulfill their potential, from Eddie Brummelman, Nienke van Atteveldt, Sharon Wolf, and Jellie Sierksma. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Why play matters and how to bring it into your parenting, by Amanda Ruggeri. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Michael Pluess and Cherry Hirst share strategies for teachers and caregivers to help highly sensitive children thrive. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Text and images in influential children's books present a distorted view of the population, says Alex Eble. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Understanding why children victimize their peers can help both aggressor and victim, says Jonathan Santo. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Building competencies, with adult support, can help, say Jennifer Meyer and Thorben Jansen. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Challenging stereotypes and providing early opportunities can encourage girls to participate in sports, says Melissa Hogenboom. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

How dance can help children think creatively, with potential benefits for learning. By Fotini Vasilopoulos. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Analogies can be a powerful tool for helping children understand new concepts, says Annie Brookman-Byrne. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

How can adults make research-informed decisions about targeted interventions for students? Jo Van Herwegen explores. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Advanced EEG methods show how different attentional skills shape children's learning with age. Paul Matusz explains, in the final instalment of a three-part series. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

What can advanced EEG reveal about attention in young people? Paul Matusz explains, in the second of a three-part series. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Understanding each child's barriers can determine the support they need, says Helena Pozniak. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at boldscience.org.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

What can electrical activity in the brain reveal about cognitive development? By Paul Matusz. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

The learning process should be valued over measures of achievement, such as grades, say Olli Aksela, Shruti Athavale, Inti Bistolfi, and Matti Kaarlela. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Children benefit from fewer toys and minimal intervention from adults, saysMelissa Hogenboom. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Talking to children from an early age about justice and equity – as well as racism and prejudice – shows them that differences are a good thing, says Amanda Ruggeri. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Psychologist Laura Bechtiger and developmental neuroscientist Plamina Dimanova explore the impact of relationships on children's development. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Psychologist Stephanie Wermelinger and neuroscientist Réka Borbás explore how and why children follow their own unique developmental paths. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Health psychologist David Bürgin and developmental neuroscientist Mirjam Habegger explore the impact of stress on teen learning and development. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Some schools compensate for children's genetic differences more than others, says Rosa Cheesman. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

It's easy to underestimate children's abilities in some areas and overestimate them in others, say Joseph R. Coffey and Sho Tsuji. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Healthy meals at school and at home promote learning, says Melissa Hogenboom. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Reinforcing the three pillars of healthy self-esteem at home and at school, by Eddie Brummelman. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.

Children with language disorders may need additional support in managing their emotions, says Sarah Griffiths. Read the article on BOLD.Stay up to date with all the latest research on child development and learning at bold.expert.Join the conversation on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram.Subscribe to BOLD's newsletter.