Children Quote by John Locke
“There is frequently more to be learned from the unexpected questions of a child than the discourses of men.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, 1690
Children’s unexpected questions reveal deeper truths than adult discourse.
In simple terms: Kids ask revealing questions.
Listen to children for fresh insights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- teaching
- innovation workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What can we learn from a child's perspective?
- How can we value naive curiosity?
Adults may dismiss child queries.