An artful child: how music, drama and art add richness to kids' lives - and build brainpower

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A lifetime of creative expression may be founded on an arts-rich family environment. Children can acquire important social, cognitive, motor and emotional skills from such an environment. The home could be the source of the art., with music being the baby's first language. Babies only hours old can appreciate music and they respond to different types of music in different ways.

United States, Social aspects, Influence (Literary, artistic, etc.), Literary influence, Artistic influence

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Nurturing the power of make-believe

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Children develop their imagination, an ability which distinguishes humans from the other animals, while playing make-believe. Parents should not discourage such activities because make-believe is an essential part in children's development.

Psychological aspects, Imagination in children, Childhood imagination

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The best way to talk to your child's teacher

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Parents must try to effectively communicate with their children's teachers to ensure that their children will thrive in school. Several strategies for establishing effective communication with teachers are presented.

Parent-teacher relationships, Parent-teacher relations

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