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"A bold challenge to the conventional wisdom about early childhood, with a pragmatic program to encourage parents to rethink how and where young children learn best Parents of young children today are in crisis: Pick the "wrong" preschool and your child won't get into the "right" college. But our fears are misplaced, according to Yale early childhood expert Erika Christakis. Children are hardwired to learn in any setting, but they punch below their...

Success in school begins long before the first day of class, it starts at home with you. 10 proven principles sure to help your child succeed.

A comprehensive resource book that provides over 2,000 ideas and activities to help toddlers and twos strengthen their cognitive, physical, and social development through stories, music, and art.

Simple shapes and moving patterns transform into familiar images with a classical music soundtrack.

In a hyperconnected world where everything is going too fast, the power of concentration is very valuable. Sylvie and Nomie d'Esclaibes propose the keys and the practical tools of the Montessori method to accompany children from 0 to 7 years old in the development of their ability to concentrate. En un mundo hiperconectado donde todo va demasiado deprisa, la facultad de concentración es muy valiosa. ¿Cómoayudar a nuestros niños a amaestrarla?...

Colors uses images and original music to present colors to children in a way that is tailored to their level of learning.

"The Montessori Book of Coordination and Life Skills is a fun-filled practical activity book full of inspiration to help parents guide their children as they develop a greater understanding of the world around them. The activities in this book equip young children with essential life skills, with the help and support of their loved ones. Exercises are based on sound early-learning principles and are focused for children aged two and up. Activities...

The Raising of America Series is a five-part documentary series that explores the question: Why are so many children in America faring so poorly? What are the consequences for the nation’s future? How might we, as a nation, do better? The series investigates these questions through different lenses: What does science tell us about the enduring importance of early life experiences on the brain and body? What it is like to be a parent today? And what...