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“Whereas children can learn from their interactions with their parents how to get along in one sort of social hierarchy--that of the family--it is from their interactions with peers that they can best learn how to survive among equals in a wide range of social situations.” quote by Zick Rubin
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“Whereas children can learn from their interactions with their parents how to get along in one sort of social hierarchy--that of the family--it is from their interactions with peers that they can best learn how to survive among equals in a wide range of social situations.”

Zick Rubin

About This Quote

Source Book: Social Development in Children, 1970

Children learn hierarchy from family but learn equality and broader social skills from peers.

In simple terms: Family teaches hierarchy; peers teach equality.

Key Takeaway

Engage with diverse peers to broaden social competence.

Themes

social development peer interaction equality hierarchy learning

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

educational psychological

When to use this quote

  • school
  • team sports
  • community groups
  • online forums
  • workplace

Key Concepts

Social learning theory peer influence social competence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do peer groups shape your view of equality?
  • What strategies help you seek positive peer influences?
A Different Perspective

Peers may reinforce negative norms; not all peer groups are healthy.

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