Aug. 22, 2019Pools of old carbon in the soil of boreal forests historically safe from combustion are being released by more frequent and larger wildfires, a team led by … Read more about Larger, more frequent fires in boreal forest threaten previously protected carbon stores, NAU-led research team reports in Nature
early language development
Trading electronics for traditional toys and books may boost early language development
The lights and sounds of electronic toys may grab the attention of babies but they’re not aiding in the child’s language development, according to a new study published in JAMA Pediatrics.
The study, led by Northern Arizona University professor Anna Sosa, suggests that books and traditional toys such as blocks or puzzles are more effective than electronic toys at promoting high quality verbal interactions that are… Read more