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Research, practice and discussion on Cit.ED about development.

Research · Screens

Why “screen time” is the wrong number to worry about

Background television is associated with fewer adult words directed at toddlers.

By Dr Naledi Mokoena, Developmental psych · PhD · 20 September 2026

3 sources · 3 peer-reviewed · evidence rated moderate
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Research · Reading

Does reading aloud still help after a child can read alone?

Shared book reading with young children is consistently linked to stronger language and early literacy outcomes.

Dr Amara Okafor 2 sources 💬 Discussion

Discussion · Play

Is unstructured play losing ground?

Evidence that pretend play itself causes developmental gains is weaker and more mixed than often claimed.

J. Pillay 1 source 📚 Resource

Resource · Reading

Five papers every foundation-phase teacher should know

These reviews summarise the research base on early reading and shared book reading.

Dr Amara Okafor 3 sources