Quote by Bruno Bettelheim

The child intuitively comprehends that although these stories are , they are not ...

The child intuitively comprehends that although these storie

Summary

The quote suggests that children instinctively understand that although fairy tales and stories may be fictional, they still hold valuable lessons and truths. Children have a natural ability to see beyond the surface of these narratives and recognize the deeper meanings and moral teachings contained within. Even though the stories may not be realistic, they provide insightful and important messages that can shape a child's understanding of the world and their own character development.

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Reality Education Truth Learning Reading Children Fiction On Fiction Nonfiction Comprehension

By Bruno Bettelheim

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