Beyond ABCs and 123s: Why Communication Skills Matter Most for Under-10 Kids

The Insight A 2024 early-learning report found that children under 10 who engage in daily conversational play show: 32% higher emotional regulation 28% stronger problem-solving abilities 40% better long-term learning outcomes compared to children who primarily focus on academic memorization (ABCs, numbers, worksheets). The research is clear:  Communication skills shape the foundation for all future learning even more than early academics. What It Means: While we often rush to teach kids...