The best instruction is that which uses the least words sufficient for the task.

To stimulate life, leaving it free to unfold itself, that is the first duty of the educator.

Many people must have noticed the intense attention given by children to the conversation of grown-ups when they cannot possibly be understanding a word of what they hear. They are trying to get hold of words, and they often demonstrate this fact by repeating joyously some word which they have been able to grasp.

The development of language is part of the development of the personality, for words are the natural means of expressing thoughts and establishing understanding between people.

My mother would have enjoyed the idea that her name was being used to build bridges. She cared a great deal and was very thoughtful and passionate about education and young women.

I always remember the teachings of our ancestors: respect for God, teacher, government, and both parents. Even after I became president, I have not changed in this matter in the slightest. I hold these teachings in high esteem, and I believe in their truth.

You know, a lot of those angry sort of Southern man characters that I've been doing are based on different people I might've had as, like, a soccer coach or as a teacher.

Unemployment rates among Americans who never went to college are about double that of those who have a postsecondary education.