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*The Philosophical Baby*

«Младенцы и маленькие дети — это институт исследования и развития человечества», — утверждает психолог Элисон Гопник. Её исследование посвящено сложным умственным расчётам, которые дети производят, и решениям, которые они принимают во время игр.

Что происходит в голове у ребёнка?

Babies and young children learn about the world with astonishing speed and sophistication, more like scientists than passive sponges. An 18-month-old can grasp that someone else may want broccoli even when they themselves prefer crackers. Evolution has equipped children with powerful brains and a unique, open-minded form of consciousness, allowing them to absorb, test, and experiment with new information constantly. Their playful curiosity is a crucial engine of human intelligence and adaptability.

Babies Are Brilliant Learners, Not Blank Slates

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Элисон Гопник: Что происходит в голове у ребёнка?