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Death Quote by Nicole Krauss

“Why is it that there was always a unit on history, math, science and god knows what other useless, totally forgettable information you taught those seventh graders year after year, but never any unit on death? No exercises, no workbooks, no final exams on the only subject that matters?” quote by Nicole Krauss
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““Why is it that there was always a unit on history, math, science and god knows what other useless, totally forgettable information you taught those seventh graders year after year, but never any unit on death? No exercises, no workbooks, no final exams on the only subject that matters?””

Nicole Krauss

About This Quote

Source Novel: Uncertain Voices, 2015

Education neglects death, leaving a vital topic unexamined.

In simple terms: Schools rarely teach about death.

Key Takeaway

Integrate death education.

Themes

mortality education life meaning

Mood

somber reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • high school health class
  • college seminars
  • family discussions

Key Concepts

existential philosophy curriculum design psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How would a death curriculum change perspectives?
  • What fears arise when confronting mortality?
A Different Perspective

Discussing death can be uncomfortable for some.

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