Developing a child's intellect requires adherence to certain principles.
Appropriate stimulation.
A young child's brain is like a blank slate, devoid of prior knowledge. They understand the world through seeing, hearing, and feeling, basing their reactions and actions on what they perceive. Therefore, parents should "select a favorable environment to provide children with positive stimuli and impressions."
Hands-on teaching.
Children's brains are simple—they don't grasp abstract concepts but excel at imitation, relying primarily on visual thinking. Emphasize practical, tangible instruction. To teach a child about pandas, show them a live panda or an accurate panda illustration.
Learning through play.
A child's life revolves around play. Teaching should be integrated into games, embedding education within enjoyment. This is because "any stimulus that brings a child joy is easily imprinted on their mind."