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Cognitive Development
Promoting Problem-Solving
WiseTip: CD-SOL-M0009-I01A

Offer your baby support and suggestions for problem-solving but avoid intervening too quickly.

0-9 months
Interaction with child
WHY IT MATTERS

The motivation to continue problem-solving comes from the child's success and trusted adults' encouragement and reinforcement of the accomplishment. Helping a child feel successful in his attempts to solve problems will encourage him to try again and improve in the skill.

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  1. Schiller, P., & Willis, C. A. (2008). Using Brain-Based Teaching Strategies to Create Supportive Early Childhood Environments That Address Learning Standards. YC: Young Children, 63(4), 52–55.