From Daydreaming to Learning: Understanding Kids' Attention

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the importance of awe and wonder in helping children develop focus and attention. She discusses how daydreaming and moments of distraction can actually contribute to a child's ability to pay attention, challenging the common adult perspective that these moments are just distractions. Drawing on new research from the Department of Psychology, Dr. Kathy highlights that children learn effectively even when they are not actively trying to focus, contrasting this with adults who often miss out on information when not paying attention. Tune in as Dr. Kathy encourages parents to embrace their children's natural curiosity and imagination while also guiding them to build their attention skills when necessary.