The Philosophical Baby
by Alison Gopnik
Gopnik on imagination, consciousness and morality in young children, and what they teach about being human. Deeper than a parenting book.
Read it if…
you want ideas about childhood, not tips.
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Skip it if…
you want practical guidance.
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Three things you will actually use
- Imagination is cognition.
- Children's consciousness differs.
- Love is the mechanism of learning.
Do this first
Read the chapter on imaginary companions.
Our verdict
What babies know about being human.
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