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Babies Quote by Patricia K. Kuhl

“Babies all over the world are what I like to describe as 'citizens of the world.' They can discriminate all the sounds of all languages, no matter what country we're testing and what language we're using.” quote by Patricia K. Kuhl
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“Babies all over the world are what I like to describe as 'citizens of the world.' They can discriminate all the sounds of all languages, no matter what country we're testing and what language we're using.”

Patricia K. Kuhl

About This Quote

Babies worldwide are like global citizens, able to discern any language's sounds, showing innate linguistic potential regardless of culture.

In simple terms: Babies can hear all languages, showing universal language ability.

Key Takeaway

Support early language exposure.

Themes

language development children cognition diversity global unity

Mood

statement observation

Type

Babies:1 Baby:0 Citizens:0 Country:0 Inspiration:0 Language:1 Matter:0 Motivation:0 No what what:0 Sound:0 Testing:0 World:0 Babies World:0 Sounds Languages:0 World Discriminate:0 Languages Matter:0

When to use this quote

  • early childhood programs
  • multilingual education

Key Concepts

developmental science neuroscience education cultural studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • inspired
  • hopeful
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