All families have their arguments and squabbles, but here we'll look at how family arguments impact kids, from models of conflict resolution to how stress effects children. See more »

Creativity is defined as the ability to create novel, socially valued products and ideas. But can a person be inherently creative, or can it be taught? Test your creativity smarts now. See more »

Jean Piaget was fascinated by the human mind -- especially the way it matures from the reflexive reactions of an infant to the complex, abstract and (hopefully) logical reasoning of a preteen. Let's take a tour through the mind of a child as she develops precisely along Piaget's line of thinking. See more »

Children's development is often measured by milestones, like learning to walk or getting their first teeth. What are the recognized milestones, and how can you identify them in your child? See more »

There's a gap between what a child knows and what he or she has the potential to know. How can a teacher get them from one place to the next? See more »

Inattentiveness, fidgeting, disorganization and aggressive behavior are all symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. Many parents worry about it when they start seeing signs of the condition, but when should a child have testing for ADHD? See more »

There aren't any quick, simple ways to turn your child into a genius, but your actions as parents do have a big influence on your children's intellectual capacity. Learn how to nurture a child's inherent mental capabilities. See more »

Here are some techniques that you can use to improve communication with your kids. They may not mind you or agree, but at least they'll hear what you're saying. See more »

You give your child a great deal of information in answer to his questions. However, some of your child's questions will be easier to answer than others. Learn how to answer your child's difficult questions. See more »

When your baby begins to smile, you will probably see an endearing toothless grin. By taking a few steps early, you can ensure a healthy smile throughout her life. Learn how to care for a child's teeth. See more »