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A childs education should begin at least one hundred years before he is born
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"A child's education should begin at least one hundred years before he is born"

- Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.

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This quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. speaks with the significance of giving understanding and knowledge from generation to generation. He suggests that a child's education should begin before they are even born, by gaining from the experiences of their forefathers. This could consist of discovering their family history, culture, and worths. It could likewise consist of learning more about the world around them, such as the history of their country, the geography of their region, and the science of their environment. By comprehending the past, kids can acquire a much better understanding of today and be better gotten ready for the future. This quote emphasizes the value of mentor children the lessons of the past, so that they can use them to shape their future.

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Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. This quote is written / told by Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. between March 8, 1841 and March 6, 1935. He was a famous Jurist from USA. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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