In the Netherlands, children of lesbian and gay parents do better at school
A new study from the Netherlands finds kids raised by gay or lesbian parents do better at school than kids raised by straight parents.
Why are Americans' vocabulary skills stagnating?
A recent study shows that despite more Americans going to college, their vocabulary skills have not increased since the 1970s.
Long-term study: grade skipping has no negative psychological effects
A new study examines the long-term effects of grade skipping, and finds only good things – despite what many educators still believe.
Afternoon naps make children happier, smarter, and better-behaved
Afternoon naps are significantly associated with more happiness, more grit and self-control, higher verbal IQs, and better academic achievement.