The lure of all things cute and fluffy is irresistible to most children and many adults - but you don't need to have your own pets to get your little ones used to animals. Learning to care for ...

Animal characters in children's books improve younger kids' social skills and understanding of emotions, according to a new ...

A study led by researchers from the University of Plymouth's School of Psychology has shown that iconic characters such as Peter Rabbit – or Toad and Ratty from The Wind in the Willows – can also play ...

Animal characters in children's books can significantly boost their theory of mind skills, which are essential for ...

Instead of just letting your kids work on domestic animals like cats or dogs, try getting them interested in learning what ...

A study has shown that iconic characters such as Peter Rabbit -- or Toad and Ratty from The Wind in the Willows -- can also play an important role in the development of children's theory of mind ...