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Frontiers for Young Minds is an open-access scientific journal which is peer-reviewed by young people (aged 8-15 years old). This allows scientific content to be accessible for young people. It is also published in multiple languages, making it accessible to young people around the world. Take a look at some of the papers that we have published and peer reviewed with Frontiers for Young Minds.
Are You Curious about Curiosity?
Are You Curious about Curiosity?
Abstract: Kids (and adults) are often curious. Maybe you are curious about dinosaurs, giant squids, or rollercoaster rides. But have you ever been curious about why you are curious about some things but not about other things? In the last 10 years, scientists have asked similar questions about curiosity. In this article, we will share some of the answers. We explain how scientists across the world study curiosity. We also explain that people become curious to seek out specific information or to explore new things. Based on research on curiosity and the brain, scientists think that curiosity is a signal that it is valuable (or rewarding) to learn something or figure something out. Curiosity can even make you remember information better. After reading this article, we hope that your curiosity is satisfied!
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What Is Happening in Children’s Brains When They Are Playing Pretend?
What Is Happening in Children’s Brains When They Are Playing Pretend?
Abstract: Our brains are active while we learn, work, and even play! We wanted to find out what parts of the brain kids use when they play with dolls. Because pretend play with dolls might involve imagining how other people act and feel, we thought that the areas of the brain used for thinking about other people might be particularly important during doll play. If this is true, do kids use these parts of the brain in all types of pretend play or is there something special about playing with dolls? Are the brain regions that are important for thinking about other people used in the same way when playing with an iPad vs. with dolls? Do kids use the social parts of their brains when playing pretend on their own, or only with a friend? Let us talk about what we found!
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What Is Going on in Babies’ Brains When They Learn to Do Something?
What Is Going on in Babies’ Brains When They Learn to Do Something?
Abstract: Actions are important. We need to know how to do all sorts of actions in our everyday lives, like using a fork to eat and using a pen to write. We have an easier time understanding the actions we see other people do if we have done the same actions before ourselves. It helps us understand why other people choose to use the same action. Adults know lots of different actions, but babies are still learning how to do many things. They are just learning how to move around and how to play with toys. Babies also understand more about actions they have done before than actions they have not done. Is there something happening in their brains that might help them understand the actions they have done? Do babies’ brains respond differently when they see an action they know how to do compared with one they have never done? Let us find out.
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There are more papers available in Frontiers for Young Minds, click here to read them!
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