Anything Quote by Ellen Key
“The educator should do anything but advise the child to do what everybody does. He should rather rejoice when he sees in the child tendencies to deviation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Children’s Education, early 20th century
Advocates encouraging children to develop unique, nonconformist traits rather than following the crowd.
In simple terms: Support individuality over conformity in education.
Foster creative thinking and personal growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- curriculum design
- mentoring
- school policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools balance individuality with community?
- What role does conformity play in learning?
Overemphasis on deviation may neglect social cohesion.