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In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

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Experts say children need to struggle with everyday problems to develop independence, emphasizing the importance of letting kids figure things out on their own.

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    Experts say children need to struggle with everyday problems to develop independence, emphasizing the importance of letting kids figure things out on their own.

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