The Scientist in the Crib: What Early Learning Tells Us About the Mind
The Scientist in the Crib: What Early Learning Tells Us About the Mind
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000
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BetaThe Scientist in the Crib: What Early Learning Tells Us About the Mind
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2000279
Book • Nonfiction
2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Scientist in the Crib: What Early Learning Tells Us About the Mind explores how infants and young children are natural learners, akin to scientists. The authors, Alison Gopnik, Andrew N. Meltzoff, and Patricia K. Kuhl, illustrate how early cognitive development reveals the fundamental processes of the mind, emphasizing the roles of curiosity, experiment, and discovery in children's learning.
Informative
Contemplative
Inspirational
Playful
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The Scientist in the Crib: What Early Learning Tells Us About the Mind is praised for its insightful exploration of child cognition and its accessible writing, making complex research digestible for a broad audience. Critics note it sometimes oversimplifies scientific nuance. Overall, it serves as a valuable resource for parents and educators seeking to understand early learning.
Who Should Read The Scientist in the Crib: What Early Learning Tells Us About the Mind?
Curious about cognitive development and early learning, readers who enjoyed The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson will appreciate The Scientist in the Crib. It's ideal for parents, educators, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of psychology and childhood learning.
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2000
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