After having several birthday parties at home, a six-year old develops a _____ for this type of an experience, so they will know what to expect if they go to someone else's birthday party.

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A schema is a mental framework for organizing and interpreting information, which helps individuals understand and make sense of new experiences. In this case, the child has developed a schema for what to expect at a birthday party, based on their past experiences of having had several parties at home.

After Having Several Birthday Parties at Home, a Six-Year Old