[boxmonster]

I've lived long enough and been around children enough to know that the curiosity of most children only goes so far. The existence of the phrase "curiosity killed the cat" implies to me that we feel there should be limits to curiosity because sometimes it's good to leave well enough alone.

Some kids won't listen and continue to ask questions until they achieve some understanding they seek. These kids usually remain curious through out life. I am not convinced this percentage is declining. I'd expect it to increase, but now even moderately curious children have access to a wealth of information and ideas over the internet that will spark more curiosity in them.