Children have real understanding only of that which they invent themselves, and each time that we try to teach them too quickly, we keep them from reinventing it themselves.
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Everyone knows that at the age of 11-12, children have a marked impulse to form themselves into groups and that the respect paid to the rules and regulations of their play constitutes an important feature of this social life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Children naturally form groups around the age of 11-12, and adhering to rules is key in their social interactions.
This quote by Jean Piaget highlights the developmental phase in children, particularly around the ages of 11 to 12, where they begin to organize themselves into social groups. This behavior not only reflects their growing cognitive abilities but also emphasizes the importance of understanding and following rules within these social interactions, which is crucial for their social development and relationships with peers.
Themes
ChildrenSocial GroupsRulesDevelopmentEducation
In practice
Example use cases
In a psychology class discussing child development.
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