IntellectualLivesOfChildren

The Intellectual Lives of Children

What are children thinking as they encounter the world around them? How do they solve problems and explain new concepts? Are adults harming children’s propensity to learn by emphasizing good behavior over inquiry? Drawing from extensive research, Engel focuses on toddlers, preschoolers and elementary-age children to show parents and teachers how to get involved in and encourage children’s natural curiosity.