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“You can make your own son or daughter one of a kind if you have the time and will to do so; school can only make them part of a hive, herd or anthill.” quote by John Taylor Gatto
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“You can make your own son or daughter one of a kind if you have the time and will to do so; school can only make them part of a hive, herd or anthill.”

John Taylor Gatto

About This Quote

Source Book: The Underground History of American Education, 2005

Parents can uniquely shape their children’s individuality through dedicated time and effort, unlike standardized schooling.

In simple terms: Parents can make children unique with time and will.

Key Takeaway

Invest time to nurture individuality.

Themes

education parenting individuality creativity

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • home schooling
  • creative projects
  • family mentorship

Key Concepts

personalized learning critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you allocate time for individualized parenting?
  • What creative activities foster uniqueness?
A Different Perspective

Time constraints may limit parental involvement.

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