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Aptitude

Aptitude is like a superpower that helps you do well at different things. Just like some superheroes are really good at flying or running fast, different people have different aptitudes.

Imagine that you have a bunch of toys and you have to sort them based on their colors. Some kids might take a long time to do it while others will finish really quickly. The ones who finish quickly might have a “sorting” aptitude.

Similarly, some kids might be really good at solving puzzles or doing math, while others might be better at playing sports or drawing. These are all different aptitudes.

When you go to school, you will learn about different subjects like math, science, history, and language arts. It’s important to discover your own aptitudes so you can focus on the subjects you are good at and enjoy the most. That’s the key to being successful and happy!
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