Why? Why? Why? At 7?

[FrussoHathor]

Dd1 has started on the why questions again. Is this normal for a nearly 8yr old?

Why can't penguins fly?
Why does ds do x, y, z?
Why are bananas yellow?
Why are baby wipes wet?
Etc etc etc?

Just why?

this is a kid who wants to know stuff, an inquiring mind can only be a good thing, it's not always easy but this could be a really good thing, as dd1 will want to find out more and be smarter as a result.

Yep, it's an age thing. I teach Y2, it's a constant why? why? and challenging boundaries.

Its hard to explain some of the things in an age appropriate way though.

Oh god, our 3 year old has started this already! I hope it lasts but not so full on!

sparklekitty that is good to know.
Not sure about how much detail she wants in an answer, and "why do you think" doesn't work.

Sparkle kitty, how is it hard to explane these things, you may not know, you may not have time but that is not the same.

Get her an encyclopedia, or show her how to use google! I was the same and would sit reading the encyclopedia for hours :)

Just say "well, what do YOU think?"

Their thought process can be fascinating and funny

Just read that does not work!

Ehm, ... Google is your friend

Try your best to answers! Watch documentaries together!