– WITH VIDEO & INFOGRAPHIC – by Gemma Francis Pupils returning to school are more likely to get a new tablet device than pencil case, a study into changing classroom habits has found. Researchers found that 55 per cent of children are given a new iPad or similar device as they head back to school, compared to only …
By Gemma Francis Parents spend the equivalent of six days a year dealing with ‘domestic dramas’, a study has found. Getting the kids to go to bed, convincing them to eat what is put in front of them and putting a stop to sibling rows means mums and dads face 23 minutes a day of tantrums and arguments. …
By Rob Knight Modern kids stop believing in magic aged six – two years earlier than their parent’s generation, according to research. Researchers found youngsters start doubting the existence of magic and creatures like unicorns, fairies and elves at this age. While mums and dads, who were eight years old when they felt the same way, think children …
by Gemma Francis Waiting around for your other half causes 30 arguments a year, a survey has found. Millions admitted to regularly falling out with their partner because a lack of organisation and leaving things to the last minute means they are often left hanging around for their other half. And it’s usually women who are to blame …
– WITH PUZZLE By Gemma Francis It’s a parent’s nightmare – losing your child’s favourite toy, but can you find the missing dolly in this latest puzzle to sweep the web? The brainteaser shows children enjoying their summer holidays on the beach, but a missing dolly is hiding in the crowd of excited youngsters. The puzzle was created …
By Emma Elsworthy Modern kids consider Little Mix, Lionel Messi and Harry Potter ‘heroes’ – but mum tops the list. A study carried out among six to 13-year-olds placed a string of celebrities and sporting legends in the top 50. But even Barcelona and Argentina ace Messi, considered the greatest footballer ever, wasn’t able to replace mum at …
By Emma Elsworthy Children as young as three are hindering their emotional intelligence by spending too long staring at screens instead of socialising with other youngsters, it has emerged. Studies have shown children need to spend time with each other to learn to share, communicate effectively with their peers and develop their emotions. But the boom in ownership …
By Grant Bailey Parents beware – the average child will utter their first ‘I’m bored …’ just TEN DAYS into the summer holidays. Researchers who carried out a detailed study found while the majority of the nation’s school children are longing for the six-week break to begin, they will soon ‘run out of things to do’. Even more …
– with video By Emma Elsworthy The first week after a baby’s birth is the part parents enjoy the most – but it is also the toughest, according to a study carried out among mums and dads. Researchers found the unbridled joy of bringing a new baby into the world makes the new-born’s first days so exciting. But …
– WITH INFOGRAPHICS Grandparents are now the UK’s number one suppliers of childcare, according to new research. Cash-strapped mums and dads of youngsters aged 13 and under spend an average of £89.50 a week on care – almost £4,500 a year and the equivalent to a SIXTH of the average salary. In fact, one in 10 stated that …
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