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“For example, parent support could be most important in the early grades, when children's academic self-image is just beginning to coalesce, but over time, as children become more self-directive, the immediate influence of parent support might wane.” quote by Karl Alexander
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““For example, parent support could be most important in the early grades, when children's academic self-image is just beginning to coalesce, but over time, as children become more self-directive, the immediate influence of parent support might wane.””

Karl Alexander

About This Quote

Source Article: Educational Psychology Review, 2020

Early parental support shapes children's academic self-concept, but its direct impact lessens as they become autonomous learners.

In simple terms: Parents help early self‑image; later kids rely on themselves.

Key Takeaway

Encourage early support, then foster independence.

Themes

education parenting self‑concept autonomy

Mood

reflective optimistic

Type

advisory educational

When to use this quote

  • elementary school
  • parent‑teacher meetings
  • after‑school programs

Key Concepts

developmental psychology self‑efficacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can schools supplement waning parental influence?
  • What role do peers play in self‑concept?
A Different Perspective

Counterpoint: Later influences like peers and teachers also shape self‑image.

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