Back-to-school time is almost here, which means lots of homework and arguments about screen time. It's also the time of year when younger children can become frustrated as they begin or continue their ...

It's hard to imagine how kids (and parents!) ever survived an hour-long wait at the pediatrician's office or traffic on the freeway without an app for instant pacification. If you've ever wondered ...

Not speaking English is a figurative wall that obstructs millions of immigrants in California from taking full advantage of the opportunities in their new home. Although there are plenty of places ...

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Why is it easy for some people to learn to read, and difficult for others? It’s a tough question with a long history. We know that it’s not just about raw intelligence, nor is it wholly about ...

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Even though it’s the dog days of summer vacation, many schools across the country are getting ready to bring students back into the classroom — and that means giving serious thought to the best ways ...

So, you want to learn sign language on a budget. You could be motivated by a desire to understand deaf friends better, communicate with relatives who are hard of hearing, or express yourself after ...

Learning an instrument is a bit intimidating at first, but the benefits range from increasing your memory capacity to making your better at math. You can learn to play on your own as long as you're ...