Our Children's Abilities

We're always so hyper-concerned with making sure our children can memorize the alphabet, recognize letters and numbers, count to 100, name shapes, and identify colors.⁠
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The funny thing is... by doing this, we're totally underestimating our children's abilities. ⁠
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Memorizing is the most shallow, simple level of learning - meaning every child will do these things effortlessly when they're ready for it.⁠
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Real learning happens when a child is able to freely analyze, evaluate, and create.⁠
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It happens when they're able to categorize objects in nature based on their observations, draw the things they saw on their morning nature walk, plan a game or an experiment, design a city of blocks and figurines, or cook a feast in their pretend kitchen.⁠
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This academic push in early childhood stems from a deep lack of understanding of early brain development. The only way for children to reach their optimal cognitive potential is through pure, unstructured, child-led play.⁠

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