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One of the simplest ways to build your child’s confidence and independence is by shifting how you talk about their learning. Instead of asking, “How was your day?”

These kinds of open-ended questions activate reflection, spark metacognition (thinking about thinking), and give your child permission to form their own ideas.

Psychologist Carol Dweck’s work at Stanford University shows that students praised for effort and strategy (not just correct answers) are more likely to take on difficult challenges and develop a growth mindset - an essential trait for lifelong learning.

Daniel Willingham, cognitive scientist and author of Why Don’t Students Like School?, argues that curiosity is a key driver of deep learning - but only when children feel safe asking questions and exploring new ideas.

So, next time your child gets home from school, skip the checklist. Instead, ask them what they’re still wondering about.

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