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Reading the same books, playing the same games, asking the same questions. Kids' fascination with repetition can be exhausting for parents, but researchers say it's key to brain development. -
On Jan. 1, cursive writing became a state requirement for all California public school students in first through sixth grades. -
California lawmakers are debating whether to ban tackle football for children under 12. -
SDUSD is among several districts across the state set to benefit from a federal grants program to invest in electrical school buses. -
Free school lunches, a pillar of Brazil's anti-poverty efforts, are now one of its main weapons against surging post-pandemic hunger. And that's not the only benefit. -
Soda taxes are meant to discourage people from drinking too much sugar, which is linked to a host of bad health outcomes. Cities that imposed the taxes saw a 33% decrease in the sale of sugary drinks. -
Harvard professors wanted to flood social media with evidence-based information about conditions like anxiety and depression. So they turned to the people who already know how to go viral. -
We asked leaders in global health and development to share their wishes for the new year. Here's what they hope will happen in the year ahead. And readers, we'd like to hear from you. -
A bulky winter coat underneath a car seat can pose dangers for children. Ahead of winter storms on the East Coast, here are some tips for optimal car safety. -
The controversial Israel-Hamas war is not openly included in school curricula around San Diego County.
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