How To Raise A Smarter Kid [Education]
It turns out kids in wealthier homes have higher IQs, not because of genetics but because of environment. Surely you can be frugal (or just plain poor) and raise a smart one? A psychology professor suggests you focus on praising effort over achievement, and teach delayed gratification—something that also helps when it comes to financial responsibility, so it's a win/win skill. You should also explain that IQ is expandable, not inherent: "Students exposed to that idea work harder and get better grades."
“How to Raise Our I.Q.” [New York Times]
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