Quotes

“If you want to see what children can do, you must stop giving them things.”
–Norman Douglas

I thought that it would be nice to end this section with this particular quote, especially since we are currently “celebrating” the Christmas season. It is amazing how obsessed parents are with obtaining the latest toys for their children. Children, in turn, see this, and turn into adults that want the latest toys for themselves.

While I am not opposed to getting toys for kids, I think that everything should be done in moderation. In order for children to experience the creative process, they need to have time to play, pretend, and explore. While some toys can be tools to enhance this process, many toys are mindless, and accomplish nothing but wasting time. Even as children get older, it is important for them to engage in the creative process so that they can discover themselves and their talents.

Would you agree or disagree?

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