Talking back is commonly viewed as mere misbehaviour, but child behaviour specialists believe that talking back is a type of communication, not defiance. As children develop, they form opinions, ...

Do you think your child is being disrespectful when they snap, argue or question your rules? Well, developmental science paints a different picture where “talking back”, from cheeky comebacks in ...

Stuffed animals that talk back. Chessboards with pieces that move on their own. And a chatty holographic fairy in a crystal ball. Your next toy purchase might be powered by artificial intelligence and ...