And love Quote by George Santayana
“Children are natural mythologists: they beg to be told tales, and love not only to invent but to enact falsehoods.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sense of Beauty, George Santayana, 1896
Children instinctively create and share myths, seeking stories and enjoying both invention and role‑play of falsehoods.
In simple terms: Kids love making up and acting out stories.
Encourage imaginative play and storytelling.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom activities
- family bedtime stories
- creative writing workshops
- theatre games
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does mythmaking aid learning?
- When should we correct falsehoods?
May blur line between fact and fiction, leading to misinformation.