Published: September 14, 2007
In a study that followed nearly 1,500 Canadian children from birth to age 6, researchers found that those who slept less than 10 hours per night in their preschool years were more likely to show problems with their verbal and spatial skills by school-age.
These children also tended to be more hyperactive and impulsive than their peers who slept longer.
The findings, say the study authors, highlight the importance of young children getting at least 10 hours of sleep each night. [continue reading…]
Published: August 4, 2007
A British university is to create a summer school for some of the “brightest and best” children on the planet. Warwick will be the first institution in the UK to launch a global search for gifted 11- to 19-year-olds. University of Warwick Vice Chancellor Professor Nigel Thrift made the announcement to nearly 1000 international conference delegates gathered at the University of Warwick on Sunday 5th August for the World Conference for Gifted and Talented Children. (more…)
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