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Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm

CLAD Lab

The Child Learning and Development Lab, located at Amherst college, investigates the nature in which

We are a developmental psychology lab affiliated with the Department of Psychology at Amherst College. We study how children learn about the world around them, with a particular emphasis on how children learn from social interactions with others. Most of our studies involve children between 0 and 10 years of age, and we’re always looking to involve interested families in our research. Studies take place at Amherst College, and typically involve a one-time visit lasting about 30 minutes.

07/25/2023

CLAD Lab undergrads will be at Buttery Brook Park on Thursday morning for BIG Rig Day! Meet us starting at 10 am and sign up for our summer research studies for 10-year-olds. Earn up to $10 in gift cards!

06/02/2023

Getting ready to see everyone at the Asparagus Festival in Hadley tomorrow! Amherst College Students are looking for kids ages 3-5 and 10 year olds to participate in their summer research studies. We look forward to telling you more!

05/25/2023

School is almost out! What are the kids doing this Summer? Check out our Summer Programs: https://amherstmarec.org/3534/Youth-Programs

05/03/2023

Had a great time at Northampton's Week of the Young Child Celebration. Looking forward to going back next year!

03/27/2023

Our thesis students, Cayla and Megan, presented their research at the Society for Research in Child Development conference this past weekend!

03/03/2023

What do you hear when you go outside to celebrate wildlife?

The entire cast of my book Woodland Dance wants you to know that March 3 is World Wildlife Day.

How to help kids understand and manage their emotions

02/27/2023

Start early and stay calm...

How to help kids understand and manage their emotions Parents, teachers, and other caregivers have an important role in teaching children self-regulation.