so that the roots grow stronger, the brain gets rid of the connections that are rarely used. the brain keeps only the important connections.
scientists tell us that there are times when certain parts of the brain can learn new information more easily than at other times. they call these times windows of opportunity. some of these windows open and then close during the first few years of life. for example, the connections for sight must be made in the first three or four months. if they are not made during this time, they are lost forever. this means the child will never be able to see.
other windows may remain open 