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“How children love the broken thing! And a puzzle is for the piecing together, especially for the young, who still believe it can be done.” quote by Gregory Maguire
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““How children love the broken thing! And a puzzle is for the piecing together, especially for the young, who still believe it can be done.””

Gregory Maguire

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman, 2008

Children cherish broken things, seeing puzzles as opportunities to piece together and achieve what seems impossible.

In simple terms: Kids love fixing broken things and solving puzzles.

Key Takeaway

Encourage curiosity and perseverance.

Themes

learning creativity optimism

Mood

hopeful inspired

Type

educational motivational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • play
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

problem solving growth mindset

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do children see broken things as challenges?
  • How can adults foster this mindset?
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