Big words Quote by L.M. Montgomery
““It must be lovely to be grown up, Marilla, when just being treated as if you were is so nice...Well, anyway, when I grow up, I'm always going to talk to little girls as if they were, too, and I'll never laugh when they use big words.””
About This Quote
The speaker admires how adults treat her kindly and vows to address younger girls with respect, never mocking their attempts at sophisticated language.
In simple terms: Treat children with the same respect you’d give adults.
Key Takeaway
Respectful communication builds confidence.
Themes
respect
communication
growth
empathy
Mood
warm
reflective
Type
advice
reflection
When to use this quote
- classroom interactions
- parent‑child conversations
- mentor‑mentee guidance
Key Concepts
power dynamics
language development
Practical Applications
- Model respectful language when speaking to kids
- Encourage kids to use new words without ridicule
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape self‑esteem?
- What would change if adults stopped mocking children’s attempts at adult speech?
