About Quote by Morris Gleitzman
“I like to write stories where young people have a strong feeling about something being fair or unfair, right or wrong, cruel or kind, and they act on the basis of that - often in the face of the prevailing limits of behaviour.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Two Weeks With The Queen by Morris Gleitzman, 2004
Young protagonists confront moral dilemmas, acting on strong senses of fairness despite societal constraints.
In simple terms: Kids act on right‑and‑wrong feelings even when society limits them.
Key Takeaway
Encourage youth to stand up for justice.
Themes
morality
comingcoming
youth empowerment
social pressure
justice
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
literary
educational
When to use this quote
- school projects
- community activism
- writing workshops
- peer pressure situations
Key Concepts
ethical decision‑making
personal integrity
social conformity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal morals with societal expectations?
- What risks arise when challenging norms?
A Different Perspective
Might be idealistic; real‑world constraints can be harsher.
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