that a child is not an event, alleged or otherwise, a…
““that a child is not an event, alleged or otherwise, a mistake or accident or crime. . . he is by definition more than this, sum rather than division, a living promissory note.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A child transcends simplistic labels, embodying potential and promise beyond mistakes.
In simple terms: Children are more than errors.
Recognize a child's inherent worth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- social work
- mentoring
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see a child's promise?
- What biases limit our view of youth?
Children can be defined by mistakes.