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“A child educated only at school is an uneducated child”

George Santayana

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Learning doesn't just happen in school; real education also comes from life experiences, family teachings, and exploring the world. Imagine a child who only knows what's taught in class—they might understand math or science but miss out on important life skills, like cooking, managing money, or understanding different cultures. For example, a kid who helps their parents in the garden learns about plants, patience, and hard work. They also get fresh air and exercise, which you can't learn sitting at a desk. When children spend time with grandparents, they often hear stories about the past, helping them learn history in a personal way. Someone can apply this idea by encouraging curiosity outside of school. Reading books, playing sports, visiting museums, or even talking to people from different backgrounds all help children grow into well-rounded adults. So, real education is a mix of classroom learning and life's many lessons.

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