This humorous video shows a father having fun playing with his young daughter. But the fathers’ mother thinks he has gone crazy. Slowly the villagers convince the grandmother that playing with the children is beneficial for the fathers and the children. The fathers feel closer to their children and it helps the children become more intelligent.Read More →

The Beginning of Life (O Começo da Vida) emotionally brings to life the science behind the importance of loving relationships in a child’s early years. Interviews with experts are interspersed with footage of parents and children from nine countries across four continents. Read More →

Part of UNICEF Mini parenting Master class series, Prof. Jack Shonkoff explains the importance of play for brain development. He explains why and how to practice “serve and return” interactions and the value of games such as peek-a-boo for children’s mastery of new skills. Read More →