All the world knows me in my book, and my book in me.
Michel De MontaigneRead
For truly it is to be noted, that children's plays are not sports, and should be deemed as their most serious actions.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Children's play is an important and serious part of their development.
The quote emphasizes the importance of children's playtime, suggesting that it is not merely frivolous entertainment but rather a serious and essential aspect of their growth and development. Montaigne argues that through play, children engage in meaningful activities that contribute to their understanding of the world and themselves.
Themes
ChildrenPlayDevelopmentSeriousnessLearning
In practice
Example use cases
In a talk on child development, I highlighted that children's plays are vital for their growth.
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