Been Quote by Alice Walker
“I know from having had a child, and from having been a child myself, that children will copy you.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Influence of Children" by Alice Walker, 1992
Children imitate adult behavior, so role models shape their development and future actions.
In simple terms: Kids copy what they see from adults.
Model positive behavior.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family life
- education
- community programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits do you want children to adopt?
- How can you correct harmful examples?
Adults may unintentionally model negative habits.