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The hurried child: growing up too fast too soon

This book delves into the societal pressures and cultural trends that contribute to the early maturation and rapid development of children, examining the potential long-term effects on their emotional and psychological well-being. more

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David Elkind
David Elkind

David Elkind is an American psychologist known for his research on child development. His work focuses on children's autonomy and creativity, particularly the impact of play and school education on children. Elkind's contributions have had a profound influence on the fields of child psychology and education. more

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“There is no other complex field in our society in which do-it-yourself beats out factory production or market production. Nobody makes his or her own car. But it is still the case that parents can perform the job of educating their children [homeschooling], in many cases better than our present education system.”

“The dog writhing in the gutter, its back broken by a passing car, knows what it is to be alive. So too with the aged elk of the far north woods, slowly dying in the bitter cold of winter. The asphalt upon which the dog lies knows no pain. The snow upon which the elk has collapsed knows not the cold. But living beings do.”