The Daily Dad Teach Them to Ask Questions
Aug 14, 2020
The conversation highlights the significance of fostering curiosity in children. Instead of fixating on grades and results, parents are encouraged to prioritize the art of questioning. Cultivating a child's ability to ask insightful questions can lead to a deeper love of learning. This approach not only enriches their education but also instills lifelong habits that go beyond academics. Encouraging inquiry promotes meaningful engagement with the world.
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Focus on the Process
- Focus on the process of learning, not just results like grades.
- Encourage lifelong habits like curiosity and critical thinking.
Sackler's Question
- Arthur Sackler's mother asked him daily if he asked a good question, not about grades.
- This focus on questions fostered his scientific curiosity.
Encourage Questions
- Encourage questions; there's no such thing as a stupid question.
- Show kids that learning comes from asking questions and admitting ignorance.