We assume so much, don't we? We assume that our children are going to be reasonable. We assume they're going to see things as we see them. And then suddenly we discover that they can look at things quite differently.
In "A Distant View of Everything," author Alexander McCall Smith explores the common assumptions adults make about children, particularly regarding their perceptions and reasoning. Many adults tend to believe that youngsters will naturally understand the world in a similar way to them, believing in shared perspectives. However, this assumption often leads to unexpected realizations when children reveal their distinct viewpoints.
This disconnect can be surprising and profound, illustrating how children have...
