Fafu has a clear focus on development of mind when designing our toys. Now we are working on some ideas with a wider focus on development.
Childrens development is so much more than just of mind. To learn skills and build up confidence children should develop all aspects of their mind, body and spirit. Our best qualities can only shine when we are confident enough to let them.
Children are often burdened by a lack of physical or social development which can have a dramatic affect on self worth. What can we as parents do to help our children balance their development?
One way is to evaluate how our children are doing. For that you can consider Howard Gardners theory of multiple intelligence http://www.howardgardner.com/MI/mi.html. You can also discuss the matter with the child’s teacher to learn more about how it is doing outside of the home. It is important to consider possible weaknesses that the child is facing and find ways to challenge it in new ways. I think we tend to grab on to talent and nurture it – without realizing that other things are also important so that our children can grow and master living and being happy.
Hulda
