Can children communicate without devices? How has the integration of technology affected the socialization of youth?
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on social interactions, especially for children. In this article, we explore how social isolation and mask mandates have affected the development of social skills in children, from toddlers to school-aged students. Learn how parents and educators can help children recover from these delays by encouraging emotional expression, modeling positive behaviors, and promoting social confidence. Discover key strategies for bridging the social gaps created by pandemic restrictions.
Explore how pandemic isolation has impacted early language development, contributing to speech delays and social communication challenges in young children.
In this special episode of The State of Education Podcast, Katie sits down with her mom, Debbi, to discuss their family’s homeschooling journey in the early 1990s. Learn about homeschooling before the internet, navigating state laws, and the personalized learning approach that homeschooling allowed, including student-led and interest-based education.