This chapter explores the innate curiosity and exploration that children exhibit, contrasting it with adult behavior focused on exploitation for resources. It discusses the importance of a protected childhood for fostering creativity and learning, drawing parallels between children as little scientists and adults' need for exploration to avoid learning traps.
Alison Gopnik is a developmental psychologist who studies childrens' brains. She talks with Maya about how kids' exploratory approach to problem-solving can show us how to better tap into our creative potential.
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