Coraline Quote by Neil Gaiman
“On the first day Coraline's family moved in, Miss Spink and Miss Forcible made a point of telling Coraline how dangerous the well was, and they warned her to be sure she kept away from it. So Coraline set off to explore for it, so that she knew where it was, to keep away from it properly.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Coraline, 2002
Warning about a dangerous place leads to curiosity; exploring it ensures safe avoidance.
In simple terms: Knowing danger helps you avoid it safely.
Key Takeaway
Explore to understand and protect yourself.
Themes
curiosity
danger awareness
learning
Mood
mysterious
thoughtful
Type
literary
educational
When to use this quote
- parental guidance
- risk assessment
- self‑education
Key Concepts
psychology
childhood development
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- When should curiosity be restrained?
- How do warnings shape behavior?
A Different Perspective
Exploration can be risky without proper caution.
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