This book offers a window into how we can successfully nurture a child by considering their developmental stages and the scientific research.

Having worked with preschool and primary school children, I noticed that traditional education often feels unnatural – like children spend their days hopping between a series of disconnected activities. Math, art, physical education, language, music, and world studies are taught in isolation: counting crows, singing about cats, and learning about oak trees in separate lessons. Observing children and delving into the work of various scholars, I developed the idea of contextual education. Children need not only clear structure but also creative freedom, and their learning journey should be unified by common themes.

I invite you to grow alongside the child – playfully and meaningfully – while considering both environmental and cultural contexts. Through this book, the seasons will reveal their full beauty and leave lasting memories of how much children can learn and experience.