How to keep your little ones’ curiosity alive? - Beansprouts Pre School

What is it that gets children to develop love for learning? It’s curiosity.

Practicing mental math, becoming early readers, exploring art – all these contribute towards developing a sharp mind. But beyond these basic skills, keeping their curiosity is what is most beneficial for children of all ages.

Think about it. 

All geniuses, including Albert Einstein, came up with mind-boggling theories about the universe by pursuing that which their brilliant brains once didn’t have answers to.

“I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious,” said Einstein when asked about what caused him to unravel such mysteries that we didn’t even know existed.

Therefore, if you keep your children passionately curious, you’re already halfway done in preparing them for their academics as well as to face the challenges of the real world. 

But the question is – how?

1. Do not answer their questions too soon

Children are born curious. Part of it is blocked through the years by our relentless effort put into ensuring that they had answers before they knew the process of getting them.

Rather than passively giving your children the answers to different questions, engage them in activities so that they find answers by doing.

When they ask a question, ask them, “That is a very good question. What do you think?” This will instigate them to think.

As one of the top preschools in Gurgaon, Beansprouts nurtures the curiosity of a child by following a teaching methodology that involves children exploring. There is no right or wrong answer – there are just answers. 

This focus on lighting the fire helps drive real learning, creativity, and innovation.

2. Talk more!

Dedicate a specific time slot in your day to talk to your little one. A walk close to nature or a simple gaze at the stars at night qualifies as quality time spent with your child.

Talk about their day. Talk about your day. 

Tell them the problems you faced while preparing breakfast or the dress that you love but doesn’t fit you anymore.

Engage them to talk about things personal to them. 

This simple act of being yourself and talking can prove to be beneficial in nurturing a child’s love for learning.

“These conversations may not sound like much. But over time, they foster a positive atmosphere about thinking and learning that sends out wide ripples into our kids’ futures, the research suggests.”  – Paula Spencer Scott

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