“We decided to become developmental psychologists and study children because there aren't any Martians. These brilliant beings with the little bodies and big heads are the closest we can get to a truly alien intelligence (even if we may occasionally suspect that they are bent on making us their slaves.)”
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The Scientist in the Crib: What Early Learning Tells Us About the Mind
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Alison Gopnik
Alison Gopnik is a distinguished writer and psychologist specializing in developmental psychology, with a focus on child development and the science of learning. Born on June 16, 1955, she has made substantial contributions to the field of developmental psychology, offering insights into how children learn and think. more
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