Child development articles
Weekly articles
on child development
Warm, practical advice on early childhood: how your child grows, how to support them at home, and how we walk the journey with you at Olive Branch.
Mr. Mohammad IsmailDirector of Olive Branch Foundation for Children and Orphans
Play is not a waste of time: how your child learns through play
When your child builds a tower of blocks or plays the role of a shopkeeper, they are learning math, language, patience, and cooperation. This makes playing at home the most enjoyable lesson of your child's day.
The six golden years: why early childhood shapes our children’s future
What your child experiences before the age of six lays the foundation for the rest of their life. Why are these years golden, and what can you do at home, starting today?