It's profound to recognize oneself as a student of life when you realize the fundamental aspects we often take for granted. These questions—Who, What, When, Where, How, and Why—are pivotal in understanding the world around us, yet their exploration is often stifled early in our educational journey.

In traditional schooling, the emphasis tends to be on accepting information rather than questioning it. At home, guidance often leans towards what not to do, with additional queries sometimes met with convenience rather than exploration. This isn't a critique but a recognition that our elders, too, may not have had answers to these questions in their youth.

Today, with the advent of technology, a wealth of information is at our fingertips, yet our willingness to learn can be compromised by distractions and misplaced priorities, often scapegoating technology itself.

Both past and present generations have missed opportunities to understand life's fundamentals by not consistently asking these critical questions. Now is the time to reignite our innate curiosity and engage in self-evaluation alongside our children.

Consider:

• How curious are your kids (and you) to learn something new? Cultivating curiosity is key to fostering a lifelong love of learning.

• How many questions do they (and you) ask in a day? Encouraging questions nurtures critical thinking and exploration.

• Are we able to give (or get) the right answers to the most fundamental questions? Seeking and providing answers to these questions builds knowledge and understanding.

Research underscores that internal desire to learn (curiosity) drives motivation and leads to deeper learning experiences and success in the long run.

Let's take proactive steps by encouraging children to choose a daily topic of interest and guiding them through the process of exploring and understanding it through the lens of Who, What, When, Where, How, and Why. This approach not only enriches their learning but also nurtures their curiosity, paving the way for a more engaged and knowledgeable future generation.