Adults Quote by John Dewey
“What holds for adults holds even more for children, sensitive and conscious of differences. I certainly hope that the Board of Education will think very, very seriously before it introduces this division and antagonism in our public schools.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Board of Education hearing, 1935
Children need even more careful consideration of differences than adults, urging serious deliberation before creating divisions.
In simple terms: Children require extra sensitivity to differences.
Key Takeaway
Consider impacts before policy changes.
Themes
education
children
social equity
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
policy
philosophical
When to use this quote
- school curriculum design
- parent-teacher meetings
- legislative reviews
Key Concepts
developmental psychology
policy analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What consequences arise from dividing children?
- How can schools foster inclusivity?
A Different Perspective
Implementation may be delayed by bureaucracy.
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