: This research highlights the importance of early help services and the need for flexibility in service delivery to support the emotional wellbeing of children living with domestic violence.
: This 2026 study investigates how climate-related stories affect young readers. Interestingly, it found that children's intention to engage in eco-friendly behavior sometimes decreased after reading these stories, regardless of whether the tone was hopeful or fearful. allforchildren
: An insightful article arguing that modern education focuses too much on "schoolified" knowledge (like phonics and counting to 20) and values children for what they will become rather than the human beings they are in the present. : This research highlights the importance of early
: A position paper from the Association for Childhood Education International that highlights play as a fundamental necessity for healthy developmental psychology. Contemporary Challenges : An insightful article arguing that modern education
: A qualitative study on children's perceptions of mHealth apps for physical activity , exploring what actually motivates 8-13 year olds to engage with digital health tools. Child Welfare and Safety
Looking for interesting papers related to (often associated with advocacy, adoption, and child welfare), here are some compelling research highlights and publications that explore the lived experiences and needs of children: Adoption and Identity