Child Development Topics

Kids Allowance

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Why kids should get an allowance? Age Allowance Range Chores & Responsibilities 3-5 $1 – $5 per week Simple tasks like making their bed, picking up toys, helping with simple meal prep. 6-8 $2 – $5 per week Expanded chores like setting the table, feeding pets, and basic yard work. 9-11 $3 – $7 per

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Importance of Parenting

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The Importance of Parenting for kids Parenting is one of the most important jobs in the world. As parents, we have a profound influence on our children’s development and their future success. The care, guidance and support we provide during their formative years shapes who they become as adults. Research shows that children who grow

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Neglectful Parenting

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Neglectful Parenting: How It Harms Children and What Can Be Done Table of Contents As a child development specialist with over 5 years of experience working with at-risk families, I have seen firsthand the devastating impact that neglectful parenting can have on a child’s well-being and development. In this article, I will discuss some of

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Kids Smartphone Dilemma

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Kids Smartphone Dilemma: How Much Is Too Much for Kids? Written and Published on 30 September, 2023 By Kidzoot In the digital age, the debate over when kids should have phones rages on. Parents, worried about the impact of smartphones on their children’s well-being, often grapple with the decision. A recent study from Stanford Medicine

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Parenting Guide 9 to 14

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Nurturing the Blossoming Souls: Parenting Children Age 9 to 14 Table of Contents Introduction: Parenting is a beautiful journey filled with love, challenges, and growth. As your children enter the age group of 9 to 14, they embark on a transformative phase of their lives. This period is marked by physical, emotional, and cognitive changes,

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Malicious Parenting Syndrome

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Table of Contents Malicious Parenting Syndrome: Navigating the Complexities of Harmful Parental Behavior Parenting is a challenging yet rewarding journey that shapes the lives of children and influences their growth and development. However, there are instances where this noble role takes a dark turn, giving rise to what is known as “Malicious Parenting Syndrome.” This

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Child Prodigy

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Understanding the Phenomenon of Child Prodigies Introduction The phenomenon of child prodigies – children with extraordinary talents at a very young age – has long fascinated people. These gifted children display abilities and skills far beyond their years, often in areas like music, math, art and chess. But who are these child prodigies, and what

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