During the pandemic, young children had a hard time learning and making friends. A study found that kids had trouble understanding that other people can have different thoughts from them. This made it harder for them to share and play nicely with others. The study showed that kids from low-income families had more trouble with this than others. The researchers think this might be because these kids had fewer chances to talk and play with their parents. The pandemic made it even harder for these kids to learn important social skills. Even after the lockdowns ended, they still struggled to understand others' thoughts. This could affect them as they get older and go to school. It's important to help these kids catch up and learn how to get along with others. Researchers are working to understand how the pandemic affected young children. They want to make sure all kids have the chance to learn and grow. It's important for schools, families, and communities to support young children as they recover from the pandemic. By helping them now, we can make sure they have a bright future ahead.