"High school physics is too difficult, children brush up on questions every day, and their grades still can't go up, is it not IQ enough?"

Do these words sound familiar? Many parents think that their children's learning ability grows with age, and primary school depends on habit, junior high school depends on diligence, and high school depends on IQ. But the truth may surprise you: a child's ability to learn is foreshadowed as early as childhood.

Early Thinking: The "Foundation" of Learning

Have you noticed? Some children are curious about the world from an early age and like to ask "why", while others are not interested in anything? This difference is actually the embodiment of "early thinking".

Early thinking refers to the way of thinking and cognitive habits formed by children at the age of 6-0. At this stage, the child's brain develops most rapidly and neuronal connections are most active. If during this period, children can develop good thinking habits, such as observing, questioning, and hands-on, then this thinking pattern will become the "foundation" for their future learning.

And those children who are overprotected from an early age and lack opportunities for exploration often show passivity, dependence, and rigid thinking problems in learning.

How does early thinking affect learning?

1. Curiosity drives learning

In early childhood, a child's curiosity is a natural "learning engine". Children who like to disassemble toys, observe ants, and ask "why" from an early age are often more likely to become interested in knowledge in middle and high school. For example, a child who likes to observe the stars from an early age may develop a strong interest in celestial motion by the time he studies physics in high school, rather than just coping with exams.

2. The germ of logical thinking

At an early age, children's logical thinking begins to sprout. For example, when playing with blocks, children will try different combinations; When puzzles, they observe the pattern of patterns. These seemingly simple games are actually cultivating children's logical thinking skills. In middle and high school, this ability will directly affect the learning effect of mathematics, physics and other subjects.

3. Cultivation of concentration

In early childhood, children's concentration is also gradually formed. If parents can provide a quiet, focused environment for their children to immerse themselves in their own exploration, this concentration can become an "invisible weapon" for future learning. And those children who have been frequently interrupted and over-intervened from an early age are often easily distracted while studying.

How to cultivate early thinking?

1. Protect your child's curiosity

When your child asks "why", don't be perfunctory, and don't be annoyed. You can work with your child to find answers or guide them to think for themselves. For example, a child asks, "Why is it dark?" You can ask him, "What do you think?" ”

2. Provide opportunities to explore

Let children have more contact with nature and more hands-on practice. For example, take your children to the park to observe plants, or involve them in simple household chores. These activities not only stimulate children's interest, but also develop their observation and hands-on skills.

3. Encourage independent thinking

When children have questions, don't rush to give answers, but guide them to think for themselves. For example, if your child gets stuck on a puzzle, you can say, "Where do you think this piece should be placed?" ”

4. Create an environment of focus

Provide a quiet, focused learning and play environment for your child. Don't interrupt their activities too often and give them a chance to immerse themselves in their own world.

Early thinking determines future learning ability

Many parents attribute their children's learning problems to "not working hard enough" or "not having enough IQ", but in fact, the real "learning ability" has begun to form as early as early childhood. Children who excel in middle and high school often have a solid mental foundation at an early age.

Instead of desperately trying to make up lessons for children in middle and high school, it is better to cultivate their thinking skills and study habits from an early age. After all, the essence of learning is not to fight hard work, nor to fight IQ, but to fight thinking.

From now on, pay attention to your child's early thinking and lay a solid foundation for their future learning.

Tips: The medical science knowledge in the content is for reference only, does not constitute a medication guideline, does not serve as a basis for diagnosis, do not do it yourself without medical qualifications, if you feel unwell, please go to the hospital in time.