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A small child half-hidden behind a kneeling parent’s knee watches two children playing with blocks, the parent’s hand resting on the child’s back
Shyness

Shy child: why kids ages 2 to 12 are shy and how to help

Does your child hide behind your legs when someone says hi, or stay silent at preschool? Learn why children are shy, how shyness looks at each age and how to help without pushing.

  • 1-3 Years
  • 3-6 Years
  • 6-9 Years
  • 9-12 Years
  • +1
7 min read
A child talks with their father about a friend on the way home from the playground
Relationships & Communication

How to Support Your Child’s Friendship Skills at Every Age

Friendship skills evolve with age. Learn how to guide your child through each stage—from parallel play to privacy and boundaries—without pushing popularity or a fixed number of friends.

  • 1-3 Years
  • 3-6 Years
  • 6-9 Years
  • 9-12 Years
  • 12-18 Years
  • +2
6 min read

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