A recent study dug into how kids talk and communicate in their early years. It focused on Indigenous Australian children. The goal was to see if these early language skills could predict how well they would do in school later on. Many people might think that school success is all about what happens in the classroom. But this study suggests that it starts much ear...
Little kids are curious and soak up everything around them. Screens are everywhere these days, from TV to tablets. It's natural to wonder how all this screen time affects their language skills. Researchers jumped in to see if the time toddlers spend on screens impacts their language and how they talk to their parents. The type of shows toddlers watch also matters....
Scientists decided to explore how conversations between Korean children and adults get going. They listened in on over 200 chats between 141 pairs, ranging from 7 to 30 months old. Just like in North America, they noticed something interesting: who starts the talk really matters. Both kids and adults spoke more, used longer sentences, and responded faster when they k...
Ever wondered why kids in cities and the countryside might appear to have different language skills? A recent study in Southwestern China took a close look at this difference. They found that parents' time, what they know, and their money can affect how much kids learn at home. But it's not just about families, the whole community plays a part too. Let's dive in! Pa...
Imagine learning 26 languages! That's what identical twins Matthew and Michael Youlden have done. One of those languages is special – it's their own secret language called Umeri. Growing up in Manchester, UK, they were inspired by the many cultures around them. Their unique language started when they were toddlers and continues today. It's not just a way to keep secr...
Babies and sleep have always been a delicate combination. For decades, parents have relied on white noise to help their little ones drift off to dreamland. But a growing concern is emerging: this popular technique could be doing more harm than good. According to experts, white noise might be stunting a baby's language development, potentially leading to a "public hea...