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What I notice is that every adult or child I give a new…

“What I notice is that every adult or child I give a new set of Crayolas to goes a little funny. The kids smile, get a glazed look on their faces, pour the crayons out, and just look at them for a while…The adults always get the most wonderful kind of sheepish smile on their faces--a mixture of…” quote by Robert Fulghum
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“What I notice is that every adult or child I give a new set of Crayolas to goes a little funny. The kids smile, get a glazed look on their faces, pour the crayons out, and just look at them for a while…The adults always get the most wonderful kind of sheepish smile on their faces--a mixture of delight and nostalgia and silliness. And they immediately start telling you about all their experiences with Crayolas.”

Robert Fulghum

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Giving crayons sparks joy and nostalgia in both children and adults, prompting storytelling and shared delight.

In simple terms: Crayons inspire shared joy.

Key Takeaway

Share simple gifts to connect.

Themes

joy nostalgia creativity storytelling

Mood

playful warm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • classroom activities
  • family art projects
  • community workshops
  • gift giving

Key Concepts

psychology education intergenerational bonding

Questions to Reflect On

  • What simple gift brings out your inner child?
  • How can you use nostalgia to build community?
A Different Perspective

Adults may feel forced to reminisce; not everyone enjoys crayons.

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