Courtship Quote by Kelly DiPucchio
““Each time a girl approached the table, Mortimer would smile. Like this: And each time the girl would shriek and run away.””
About This Quote
Source Children’s Book: “Mortimer’s Table”, Kelly DiPucchio, 2015
Each girl’s approach causes Mortimer to smile, but the girls react with shrieks and flee, highlighting fear of interaction.
In simple terms: Girls fear Mortimer’s attention.
Address social anxiety in children.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom activities
- parent‑child discussions
- role‑play games
- school counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do some children fear friendly gestures?
- How can we teach comfortable social cues?
Not all children react similarly.