Young Idealist Gifts

"When I grow up I'm going to become president and I'm going to abolish homework!"

Child protects planet with umbrella.

"According to mom the answers are all in this book!" "Too bad there's no pictures at which to look!"

'When I grow up, I'm either going to be an authority figure or an unimpeachable source.'

"I feel I've outgrown this facility, Mrs. Thompson. Could we see what else is around?"

"Could I ask just one question?"

(When I'm good I'm very very good, but when I'm bad I'm... Well….) (Horrid?)

"If wisdom comes with age, what are we doing here at eight and a half?"

"Someday you'll see my work in the employee break room at the Met."

'Before we start, I'd like legal representation.'

I need to set upmy own company.

"My parents said that until I find a job and move out they will not recognize me as a sentient being."

'Dad, when do I stop being a wholly owned subsidy of you and Mom?'

Reverse Ageing Laboratory

"Raymond's prospects look good, Daddy. . . He's pretty sure he's picked all six lotto numbers!"

"Gracie, what does a little girl like you wish for? I mean, besides being a doctor, a motivational speaker, a great parent and becoming president?"

Philosopher trading cards.

'After you grade my report, may I have my intellectual property back?'

Citizen of the world.

"If everything is God's will, tell me again why I need to study for exams?"

"Look before I leap - always. 'Think' before I leap - never!"

"Nicole’s parents celebrated her curious mind, even in those moments when it really depressed them."

'Push'n 50, but ya still got it!!'

'Now then, Simpkins. What makes you think you could become a circus clown?'

Young Galileo

'Idealist'

'He's into Proust as only a child can be.'

"It's one thing for the National Commission to comment on the quality of teaching in our schools. It's another thing entirely for you to stand up and call Mr. Costello a yo-yo."

'Grownups are stupid! How can you be good and have fun?'

"With great power comes zero responsibility."

"Aren't you young to be worrying about college?"

"The counselor wasn't much help about getting into college. All he said was to study hard and get good grades."

"I like to consider Third Grade as just another life hack."