Playful Learning Study – Parent of a 4-Year-Old Child
STUDY BASICS
Are you the parent of a healthy, typically developing 4-year old and speak Spanish? You may be able to participate in a research study to help researchers develop a family program. Participation involves two online meetings. Compensation is provided.
STUDY PURPOSE
Parents play an important role in a child’s development. The purpose of this study is to help researchers design the materials and content of family program tailored to Latino Spanish-speaking families. Researchers hope their findings lead to a better understanding of how we can help Latino families to support their children’s development and learning.
COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?
- Primary caregiver of a 4-year-old child who is healthy and developing typically
- Parent able to speak, read, and write in Spanish fluently
- Live in Pittsburgh, PA or nearby neighborhoods
WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT
Participation involves 2 group or one-on-one meetings (2 consecutive weeks). Each group meeting will last about 2 hours.
IRB: STUDY20110438F
- Personalizing Family Routines to Support 4-Year-Olds’ Math SkillsMEET THE RESEARCHERS

Melissa Libertus
Melissa Libertus, PhD, is a Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Libertus’s research interests include brain development, how children think, and how parents support children’s learning.

Diana Leyva
Diana Leyva, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Leyva’s research interests include how families help children to develop their language, literacy, math and socio-emotional skills, particularly as they transition from preschool/kindergarten to elementary.