When Avoidance Isn't Laziness
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When Avoidance Isn't Laziness

Avoidance is rarely laziness. This article explores why children resist learning tasks, what it may be communicating, and how safety and clarity can change engagement over time.

Rachel Barwell
08/02/2026

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