Draws Quote by Kate DiCamillo
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“I'm not exactly sure how old the girls are [in Bink & Gollie], but I can pretty much guarantee that their parents will never show up. That would mess up the fun. I do, however, very much like Kate's idea of having Tony [Fucile] draw their portraits.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Bink & Gollie by Kate DiCamillo, 2010
The quote humorously suggests that the children's parents will never appear, preserving the story’s playful chaos.
In simple terms: Parents never show up, keeping the fun alive.
Key Takeaway
Embrace spontaneous fun without adult interference.
Themes
humor
family
children
Mood
playful
lighthearted
cheeky
Type
literary
humorous
When to use this quote
- reading to children
- family gatherings
- creative play
- storytime
- parenting tips
Key Concepts
storytelling
imagination
playfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does adult absence affect children's imagination?
- When is adult guidance necessary?
A Different Perspective
Adults may need to intervene for safety.
![“[He] had the soul of a poet, and because of this, he liked very much to consider questions that had no answers.” quote by Kate DiCamillo](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/972/kate-dicamillo-599_answers_he-had-the-soul-of-a-poet-and-because-of_48829.jpg)
