Skip to content

Child Quote by David Almond

“Sometimes children must be left alone to be still and silent, and to do.” quote by David Almond
Download Open image
““Sometimes children must be left alone to be still and silent, and to do.””

David Almond

About This Quote

Source Novel: Skellig, 1998

Children sometimes need solitude to find inner peace and creativity, allowing them to simply be.

In simple terms: Kids need alone time to be quiet and creative.

Key Takeaway

Allow children uninterrupted quiet moments.

Themes

childhood solitude creativity

Mood

gentle reflective

Type

parenting inspirational

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • education
  • creative play
  • mental health

Key Concepts

mindfulness developmental psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does silence foster imagination?
  • When is solitude harmful for children?
A Different Perspective

Too much isolation can hinder social growth.

2.9 out of 5 (3 ratings)

More by David Almond

Explore all 74 David Almond quotes

More Child quotes

Browse all 10,700 Child quotes