Konnor is an 8-year-old boy who loves putting things togethe…
Konnor is an 8-year-old boy who loves putting things together. He recently put together a 10-piece puzzle of a puppy. His mother acknowledged his achievement. Then, in order to continue challenging Konnor just beyond his current abilities, the next time they put a puzzle together, she gave him a 15-piece puzzle and offered some guidance on how to sort the pieces out. According to Vygotsky, Konnor’s mother provided__________ that allows his cognitive abilities to grow stronger and stronger.