4 Ways to Raise More Curious Kids

There’s nothing like watching your child grow and explore the world around them. But it turns out it’s not just fun to watch kids learn—according to research by Wakefield Research in conjunction with the Baby Einstein brand, nine out of 10 parents say nothing makes them feel more confident in their parenting skills than watching their child explore something new. What’s more? Approximately 94 percent of parents believe that the more curious kids are, the more successful they’ll be as adults.

"Curiosity isn't just an enabler to a child's development and future success," says Meryl Macune, senior vice president of Kids II, the company that owns and operates the Baby Einstein brand. "It also helps parents feel reassured that they're doing a great job.”

So how can parents encourage curiosity?  

1. Learn through play.

There are very real benefits to play time. Try stacking or building things, playing pretend, or engaging in imaginative play This will teach your child to mimic your actions or words.