Problem-solving is a critical thinking skill that helps babies be successful now, later in school, and the rest of their lives.  In the beginning, the problems babies solve seem simple:  How do I make the tambourine rattle?  How do I make the jack pop up out of the box? 

Many patterns of behavior of children are unintentional at the beginning, such as beating others. In fact, they are unaware of the meaning of this behavior.

“Kids are naturally creative. They exhibit this in their free play and exploration.” But too often, she says, adults don’t recognize the novelty in children’s ideas and trivialize their creative thinking with sentiments such as, “Oh, isn’t that cute!”

Just few minutes a day of reading aloud to your child creates a world of difference. Join us for story time at your local Gymboree!

It is easy to measure changes in your newborn\'s weight and size but it is not so easy to see what\'s happening inside his brain.

The development of communication and language from birth to age three is a critical and amazing process. During this time the brain is preprogrammed to learn language

Our report on infant intelligence - and what you can do to enhance it - reveals your tot is already one smart cookie.

It seems to me that Gymboree is a place where children have lots of fun and physical activities.  How can it promote children’s cognitive skill?

My child is so determined to get into everything, it’s driving me crazy! I still don’t know how to handle this very active child.  Any ideas would be appreciated.

What activities can I do at home to help my toddler enhance her thinking skill?