Whenever your child asks 'why', be happy. It gives you a chance to acknowledge him.
Why is sky blue?
Where do babies come from?
What makes dogs bark?
We dont need to tell you that children are curious! Curiosity fuels imagination and leads to creativity and confidence. Curiosity makes children learn about their surroundings and equips them with knowledge. It is important for a parent to satisfy the curiosity of teh child. DO not brush aside their questions, queries but answer them with patience and make it fun for them.
Children have a natural instinct to know what is around them and the eagerness must be met with the same kind of enthusiasm by parents. make it interesting with fun, tips, activities and learning games that will attract their attention for some time. In all the learning methods, it is important that even the smallest questions be answered. A child seeking details is natural of him. Not answering their questions makes them think otherwise. Sociologists say, "A curious child is a healthy child as he/she desires to learn more. This thirst when satisfied by the parents makes them yearn for more. however tired parents may be, it is important that they spend time with their child".
When a parent shows positive sign, the child is ready to learn, hence you don't have to push them towards learning. A teacher with a special school says, "Parents must understand that a child learns at his own space. They must realise the capability of a child first. Also, there are various methods of teaching. A method that is applicable for one child may not be so for another".
So if you find that your child is not inclined towards certain things, do not push him but generate attention and if he/she responds, then you have done it.
Source : TNN, TOI
