The child learns more of the virtues needed in modern…
“The child learns more of the virtues needed in modern life-of fairness, of justice, of comradeship, of collective interest and action-in a common school than can be taught in the most perfect family circle”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advocates schooling for civic virtues over familial teaching.
In simple terms: School teaches civic virtues.
Promote public education.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public schools
- policy debates
- parental guidance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools complement families?
- What civic virtues are most needed today?
Family can also teach virtues.