January 23, 2012

Science Questions Parents Fear the Most

Andy Bloxham, Telegraph


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Researchers found that two thirds of parents are often stumped for an answer by their children’s questions, particularly on mathematics and science.

Aside from those on the moon and sky, they found the most perplexing demands also included how aeroplanes stay airborne, what makes a rainbow and why there are different time zones.

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TAGGED: science, children, Parenting

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