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Anna Quindlen

Children should have enough freedom to be themselves - once they've learned the rules.

Freedom

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Anna Quindlen means that kids need to understand what is expected of them and what boundaries exist before they can act independently. Only after learning these guidelines can they truly express their own personality and make choices on their own.

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