Children Quote by Louise J. Kaplan
“Schoolchildren make up their own rules and enforce their own conformities. They feel safest when leisure time is rationed and dosed. They like to wear uniforms, and they frown on personal idiosyncrasies. Deviance is the mark of an outsider.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Psychology of Conformity, 1975
People, especially children, create and enforce rules that suppress individuality, valuing uniformity and controlled leisure.
In simple terms: Children often prefer sameness and strict schedules, rejecting personal quirks.
Key Takeaway
Encourage spaces where individuality is celebrated.
Themes
conformity
identity
social control
childhood
uniformity
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
observational
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- classroom management
- after‑school programs
- parenting strategies
- school policy
Key Concepts
psychology
social norms
group dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does enforced sameness affect personal growth?
- What benefits arise from allowing controlled deviance?
A Different Perspective
Uniformity can limit creativity and self‑expression.
