tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4953762650525791776.post3631017975352572839..comments2023-03-26T12:41:11.786-07:00Comments on Every Road is an Option: Damn that Cat and his Stupid Hat (Week 10)EveryRoadisanOptionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10370120241864834315noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4953762650525791776.post-90256484862577838512012-11-16T21:22:46.974-08:002012-11-16T21:22:46.974-08:00I liked the part you said about whether a childs c...I liked the part you said about whether a childs curiosity is innate or learned and if the questions they asked come from the adults around them or from themselves? I have a four year old and I have often wondered this myself with the sometimes puzzling question that come out of his mouth. I do find it very important to let a child thrive and explore their curiosities. I always challenge my son to share what he thinks about certain things, people, or situations just so he can learn early about expression of ideas. I think that asking questions is an essential part to really understanding your child. Nothing is a better learning tool for a parent than actually engaging in conversation with their children rather than always being the fun snatcher. Not stupid enough for this scamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10317014262859608606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4953762650525791776.post-42877238216311404122012-11-14T14:32:29.037-08:002012-11-14T14:32:29.037-08:00I appreciate the contrast that you draw between th...I appreciate the contrast that you draw between the curious characters and those whose curiousity is discouraged. I find the same is true in some classroom settings. Those children who are allowed to pose questions, who are permitted to self expression and reaction to literature, rather than accept the teacher's version of everything, are the students that thrive. As a parent, I model the behavior I want my child to display. That means I ask my 2 year old son, Christopher,questions to gage his understanding, but also to create dialogue. It works. He is naturally curious and as a result really advanced. Thanks for reminding readers that questions are essential for understanding and personal growth.<br />Angela Robinsonhuntingflintstonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12883554605604548307noreply@blogger.com