are attached Babies are more likely to initiate social interaction. They begin to: Play peek-a-boo Pay attention to own name Smile spontaneously Laugh aloud Babies show a wider emotional range and ...

Teach kids to recognize and name their feelings — while having fun — with toys that show them different facial expressions.

From dance and music to drama, hobbies not only nurture creativity but also bolster cognitive, emotional, and social skills.

Balancing structured activities with free play is ... to chronic stress and supports their cognitive, social, emotional and psychomotor development, laying a strong foundation for their future ...