Quote by Carl Sagan

I am often amazed at how much more capability and enthusiasm for science there is among elementary school youngsters than among college students.

I am often amazed at how much more capability and enthusiasm

Summary

This quote highlights the speaker's astonishment and appreciation for the greater potential and passion for science that elementary school children possess compared to college students. It suggests that younger children may approach scientific concepts with curiosity, eagerness, and an innate desire to explore, while college students often lack the same level of enthusiasm or may become more disenchanted due to various factors such as academic pressure or the demands of study and specialization. It underscores the importance of nurturing and fostering the natural curiosity and enthusiasm for science that young children inherently exhibit.

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By Carl Sagan

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