COVID-19 restrictions have delayed the development of young children’s social and language skills, leaving some babies struggling to understand basic facial expressions, a new UK report has warned. Amanda Spielman, chief inspector at Britain’s education watchdog Ofsted, said the CCP (Chinese Communist Party) virus pandemic lockdowns have created “some lingering challenges” to education. She said she is “particularly worried about younger children’s development, which, if left unaddressed, could potentially cause problems for primary schools down the line.” The latest Ofsted report published on April 4 found that the lockdowns have “continued to affect young children’s communication and language development, with many providers noticing delays in speech and language.” It said “babies have struggled to respond to basic facial expressions” as a result of reduced social interaction under the COVID-19 restrictions. Several education providers said that wearing masks is continuing to have a negative impact on young children’s language and communication …