"I think, at a child's birth, if a mother could ask a fairy godmother to endow it with the most useful gift, that gift should be curiosity"
- Eleanor Roosevelt
About this Quote
In this quote, Eleanor Roosevelt expresses her belief that interest is the most valuable gift a child might receive at birth. She imagines a circumstance where a mother could ask a fairy godmother to bestow a gift upon her child, and she thinks that interest would be the most useful option. This is due to the fact that curiosity is a powerful force that drives individuals to seek understanding, check out new ideas, and question the world around them. With interest, a child would have the desire and drive to discover and grow, leading to a fulfilling and effective life. Roosevelt's words highlight the importance of supporting curiosity in children and the impact it can have on their future.
This quote is written / told by Eleanor Roosevelt between October 11, 1884 and November 7, 1962. She was a famous First Lady from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Birthday. The author also have 59 other quotes.
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