Infant Lab
News Story
As part of a periodic video series profiling Temple faculty, Nora Newcombe, professor of psychology discusses her experience working in Temple’s Infant Lab. Newcombe’s area of expertise in psychology and cognitive development is spatial thinking in people, especially in children.
January 25, 2012
News Story
A new study co-authored by Temple postdoctoral fellow Neha Mahajan determined that babies embrace nice characters over those who are bad, suggesting an early endorsement of punishment, possibly as a precursor of morality.
January 13, 2012
Infant Lab explores how kids learn from play
In the Media
iPads top the holiday wish lists of many children. Retailers report that electronic games continue to be among the 10 most desired toys for both boys...
November 25, 2011
Play sparks creativity and helps kids make sense of their world
In the Media
Today, kindergarten is the new first grade with much more of the school day spent on reading readiness and learning how to add and subtract. When did...
November 13, 2011
News Story
In a recent study published in Mind, Brain and Education, researchers at Temple's Infant Lab found there are benefits to playing with that old toy classic — blocks. The researchers found that when playing with blocks under interactive conditions, children hear the kind of language that helps them think about space, such as "over," "around" and "through."
November 1, 2011
News Story
“Old-fashioned inexpensive retro toys, such as red rubber balls, simple building blocks, clay and crayons, that don’t cost so much and are usually hidden in the back shelves are generally healthier for children than the electronic educational toys that have fancier boxes and cost $89.99,” says Temple University developmental psychologist Kathy Hirsh-Pasek.
December 11, 2008
News Story
In a class of 180 incoming students, it’s easy to be anonymous. But Dr. Carson Schneck, M.D., PhD., doesn’t let that happen to the doctors-in-training at Temple University’s School of Medicine. Before the students walk into his "Human Gross Anatomy" classroom, he knows each and every one of them.
August 25, 2008
News Story
Pre-schools are playing a greater role than ever in preparing young children for school readiness and to be productive members of the workforce. But what do you look for when trying to select the right pre-school?
The best pre-school will have a kid-friendly environment and an emphasis on the five “Cs:” collaboration, communication, content, creative innovation and confidence, says Temple University child developmental psychologist Kathy Hirsh-Pasek.
August 14, 2008
