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Jun 2024
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Why is ‘Why?’ the most popular question ...

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Why? - that is the most asked question from kids! That’s according to a survey carried out by Tesco. “Where’s my…?” and “Do I have to go to school?” were the next most common daily questions. 

Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden was speaking to parents on the street to find out what are the most weird and wonderful questions they receive each day.

Plus, Sheila O’Malley, Wellness Keynote Speaker in the Corporate Sector, joins Kieran to discuss child curiosity. 

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