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NEW YORK, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — (Feature Impact) Young children are naturally curious. They ask endless questions, investigate their surroundings and constantly test how the world works. While that curiosity can leave parents feeling exhausted or overwhelmed, it\u2019s one of the most important drivers of early learning and development.<\/p>\n

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Curiosity helps children build confidence, develop critical thinking skills and become more engaged learners. Dr. Lauren Loquasto, senior vice president and chief academic officer at The Goddard School<\/a>, and Mary-Alice Moore, president of Highlights for Children<\/a>, share why curiosity matters and how parents can nurture it.<\/p>\n

Why Curiosity Matters<\/strong>
Curiosity is the engine that drives learning for young children. When they are interested in a topic, they become more motivated to explore, ask questions and seek solutions. That process strengthens important skills such as attention, working memory, flexible thinking and problem-solving. It also helps develop confidence.<\/p>\n

For young learners, confidence does not come from always knowing the answer; it comes from believing they can find it. Children who are encouraged to explore their interests and investigate new ideas learn that questions are valuable and discovery is rewarding. These experiences lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.<\/p>\n

Curiosity Evolves as Children Grow<\/strong>
Curiosity looks different at each stage of development. For infants, it\u2019s largely sensory. They learn by touching, tasting, listening and observing people and objects around them.<\/p>\n

Toddlers often express curiosity through movement and repetition. Climbing, stacking, dumping, filling and repeating the same activity helps them understand how things work and builds their sense of control.<\/p>\n

Preschoolers and kindergarteners become natural investigators. Their frequent \u201cwhy\u201d and \u201chow\u201d questions reflect a growing desire to understand relationships, solve problems and make sense of new experiences and the world around them.<\/p>\n

As children grow, the role of adults evolves as well. Parents move from primarily protecting and guiding children to fostering environments that encourage exploration and independent thinking.<\/p>\n

Follow Your Child\u2019s Interests<\/strong>
One of the most effective ways to nurture curiosity is to pay attention to what naturally captures your child\u2019s attention. Whether they\u2019re fascinated by vehicles, animals or building structures, those interests can become powerful learning opportunities. When children are engaged in topics they enjoy, attention and persistence often develop organically.<\/p>\n

Consider what causes your child to lose track of time. Those interests provide important clues about what motivates and excites them. Rather than rushing to provide answers, encourage deeper thinking by asking open-ended questions that invite them to explore their own ideas and observations.<\/p>\n

Parents Don\u2019t Need All the Answers<\/strong>
Many parents feel pressure to have answers for every question their child asks. In reality, one of the best responses is often \u201cI don\u2019t know. Let\u2019s find out together.\u201d<\/p>\n

This models curiosity and shows your child that learning continues throughout life. It also transforms questions into shared experiences and opportunities for discovery. Encourage your child to remain engaged and curious using simple phrases such as:<\/p>\n