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Infant walking experience is related to the development of selective attention

Previous studies have shown that the way in which infants perceive and explore the world changes as they transition from crawling to walking. Infant walking onset generally precedes advances in cognitive development such as accelerated language growth.

Promoting children’s independence: What parents say vs do

The elementary school years are important for children to develop independence, first under parent direction and then away from direct adult supervision. The C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health asked a national sample of parents of children 5-11 years about their attitudes and actions related to promoting their child’s independence.