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“Seeing comes before words. The child looks and recognizes before it can speak.” quote by John Berger
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“Seeing comes before words. The child looks and recognizes before it can speak.”

John Berger

About This Quote

Source Book: Ways of Seeing, 1972

Visual perception precedes language; children understand before they speak.

In simple terms: Seeing comes before words.

Key Takeaway

Value visual learning.

Themes

perception language development

Mood

inquisitive thoughtful

Type

educational observational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • early childhood
  • art appreciation

Key Concepts

cognitive development visual literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can visual tools aid learning?
  • When does language limit understanding?
A Different Perspective

Language eventually shapes perception.

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