Bad Quote by Rutger Bregman
“We know from scientific studies that infants as young as six months old can distinguish right from wrong and have a preference for the good over the bad. I think it's important to design our education and our schools around that insight, to bring out the best in our kids.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Humankind: A Hopeful History, 2020
Children naturally prefer good, suggesting education should nurture innate morality.
In simple terms: Kids are born good; teach them to grow that.
Key Takeaway
Design learning that reinforces moral intuition.
Themes
education
morality
human nature
optimism
Mood
hopeful
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- early childhood classrooms
- parental guidance
- policy making
Key Concepts
innate ethics
developmental psychology
curriculum design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools protect and develop this innate sense?
- What role do families play?
A Different Perspective
Children’s moral sense can be overridden by negative environments.
