Never limit yourself because of others' limited imagination; never limit others because of your own limited imagination.
Mae JemisonRead
We look at science as something very elite, which only a few people can learn. That's just not true. You just have to start early and give kids a foundation. Kids live up, or down, to expectations.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Science is accessible to everyone, and setting high expectations for children helps them thrive.
Mae Jemison emphasizes the importance of making science accessible to all children, arguing against the misconception that it is an exclusive domain limited to a few. By providing a solid foundation and fostering high expectations, we can inspire children to explore and excel in scientific fields, as they often rise to the expectations set before them.
Themes
ScienceEducationChildrenExpectationsFoundation
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about promoting science education in schools.
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