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Michel de Montaigne

For truly it is to be noted, that children's plays are not sports, and should be deemed as their most serious actions.

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Montaigne is saying that when children play, it is not just for fun like adult sports, but something very important to them. Their games reflect their real feelings and learning, so these activities should be taken seriously.

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