How and why do humans learn new things? Why are we stronger in some skills than others? At what age do we learn most quickly, and how can we improve our learning capacity? This program studies the knowledge-building process that typically occurs in childhood by observing 25 six-year-olds as they adapt to the challenges of their surroundings. Focusing on seven key areas in which learning takes place—musical ability, logic, emotional understanding, creativity, narrative skill, spatial reasoning, and physical dexterity—the program studies the varied strengths of several children as well as the learning difficulties many struggle to overcome. Environmental and parental influences, as well as the role of self-motivation, are evaluated. A BBC/Open University Co-production. Original broadcast title: Recipe for Success. Part of the series Child of Our Time 2006. (57 minutes)