Children Quote by Sandra Tsing Loh
“Typically, middle-class educated parents' search for their children's schools takes on the feel, if not of teen girls trying on different outfits, of adolescents trying on various selves.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New York Times, 2015
Parents' school searches resemble adolescents trying on different identities, highlighting the fluid and experimental nature of educational choices.
In simple terms: Choosing schools is like trying on different selves.
Key Takeaway
Approach school selection with openness and experimentation.
Themes
education
identity
parenting
choice
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
observational
educational
When to use this quote
- parent‑teacher meetings
- school tours
- family discussions
- career counseling
Key Concepts
developmental psychology
socialization
consumer behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How does school choice affect a child's identity?
- What factors truly matter in selecting a school?
A Different Perspective
The analogy may overgeneralize parental experiences across cultures.
