Every child needs at least one adult who is irrationally crazy about him or her.
Urie BronfenbrennerRead
Turning on the television set can turn off the process that transforms children into people... It is primarily through observing, playing, and working with others older and younger than himself that a child discovers both what he can do and who he can become — that he develops both his ability and his identity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Television can distract children from essential interactions that shape their identity and skills.
This quote emphasizes the importance of active engagement in a child's growth and development. Urie Bronfenbrenner suggests that while television can provide entertainment, it often detracts from vital experiences where children learn from their peers and elders. Through interaction and observation, children build their abilities and sense of self, highlighting that personal relationships and experiences are crucial for their overall development.
Themes
ChildrenDevelopmentIdentityEducationInteraction
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about child development at a parenting workshop.
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