The preoperational stage is the second stage of Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring roughly between ages 2 and 7. During this period, children begin to engage in symbolic play and
... [مشاهده متن کامل] develop language skills, allowing them to represent objects and events with words and images. However, their thinking is still intuitive and egocentric, meaning they struggle to understand perspectives other than their own. Children in this stage also exhibit magical thinking and may have difficulty grasping the concept of conservation—the understanding that quantity remains the same despite changes in shape or appearance. Overall, the preoperational stage marks a significant advancement in cognitive abilities, setting the stage for more complex thinking in later development.
