Did you know?
For some, talent is innate. But are our children born with a paintbrush in their hand, a soccer ball on their feet or a head full of genius ideas?

Several researchers have looked into this question.

Among them is American psychologist Benjamin Bloom, a specialist in pedagogy. He has written a book entitled "Developing the Talents of Young People", in which he shares his findings after interviewing 120 highly talented people. He rejects the notion that talent is innate. For him, "what a person has been able to learn one day. Almost anyone can do it, given the right learning conditions.

It lists five conditions, including an early start, quality teaching, deliberate practice, an environment of excellence and well-defined objectives.

When you read any biography of an athlete, artist or entrepreneur, you'll see that nothing happens by chance. Time and again, you find the same ingredients: hours and hours of training, reading, rehearsing activities or well-honed rituals.

In short, no pain, no gain, and everyone, including our children, can develop superpowers.

Our children's talents are like hidden superpowers that, once revealed and developed, can work wonders in everyday life.

How do you discover your children's superpowers?

Here are a few tips:

1️⃣ Observe what they're passionate about: Whether it's a keen interest in dinosaurs or an ability to tell compelling stories, every child has something that makes them unique. 🦖📚

2️⃣ Encourage them to express their talents: Talk to them about their favorite activities and what they like to create or explore. This could be anything from drawing to building Lego, or playing a piece of music. 🎨🎼

3️⃣ Value every step forward, no matter how small: If your kid loves to paint, every new picture can be a source of pride. Display his work to show how much you appreciate his efforts.

4️⃣ Create a stimulating environment: Provide them with the resources and support they need to experiment and improve. Whether it's books, musical instruments, or simply time to practice. 🎻📖

Example in action: Imagine your child is interested in science. Encourage him to carry out small science projects at home, such as creating a volcano with baking soda or stargazing. 🌋✨

✨ Set clear goals: For example, 'learn five facts about stars by the end of the week'. This gives them an attainable goal and helps them measure their progress.

✨ Be there to encourage them: show your interest in their discoveries and listen to them explain what they've learned. Your support is crucial to their self-confidence.

✨ Celebrate their successes: every new knowledge or skill they acquire is a victory. Organize a little 'ceremony' where they can share what they've learned with the rest of the family.

In short, our children's talents are superpowers waiting to be cultivated.

And with patience and encouragement, they'll learn not only to excel at their passions, but also to develop a self-confidence that will carry them through life. 🚀

The Soft Kids team 🌈