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"Parents are usually more careful to bestow knowledge on their children rather than virtue, the art of speaking well rather than doing well; but their manners should be of the greatest concern"

- R. Buckminster Fuller

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This quote by R. Buckminster Fuller talks to the value of mentor kids not just knowledge, however likewise virtue and excellent manners. Fuller recommends that moms and dads typically focus on teaching their kids knowledge and the art of speaking well, but that they ought to also be equally interested in teaching their children great manners. He indicates that excellent manners are simply as important as understanding and the ability to speak well, and that moms and dads must bear in mind this when raising their children. By teaching kids excellent manners, parents can help them to develop into well-rounded people who are capable of engaging with others in a considerate and suitable way. Eventually, this quote works as a suggestion to parents that teaching their children great manners is simply as important as teaching them understanding and the art of speaking well.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by R. Buckminster Fuller between July 12, 1895 and July 1, 1983. He/she was a famous Inventor from USA. The author also have 40 other quotes.

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