Children Quote by Dave Eggers
“Some of these kids just don't plain know how good they are: how smart and how much they have to say. You can tell them. You can shine that light on them, one human interaction at a time.”
About This Quote
The quote emphasizes recognizing and uplifting the hidden talents of youth through personal attention.
In simple terms: Spot and support kids' hidden abilities.
Encourage and highlight young people's strengths.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom
- community programs
- one‑on‑one mentoring
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we better notice hidden potential?
- What barriers stop us from shining light?
Not all talent is obvious; some may resist help.