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Let Grow ~ Free-Range Kids w/ Lenore Skenazy (Season Eight Premiere)

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Fostering Independence in Children

This chapter examines child independence in the Netherlands, highlighting cultural practices that encourage self-navigation and problem-solving from a young age. It contrasts the Dutch approach to parenting with more protective styles seen elsewhere, discussing the implications of modern constraints on children's freedom to explore. Through initiatives like the 'Let Grow Experience,' the chapter emphasizes the importance of fostering autonomy in kids, illustrating the positive outcomes of allowing them to engage in their environments independently.

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