Quotes for Kids

As parents, we always strive to make our child’s life as simple as possible. However, it is clear that preparing them for hardships and teaching them how to motivate themselves to push through difficult times is not easy. 

We have rounded up meaningful quotes to inspire and make your child’s life easier when things get hard. These are some beautiful motivational quotes that can help you and your child see life from a different perspective. Some may be educational, while others may be funny. Some teach kindness, while others give courage. 

Quotes From Walt Disney

Walt Disney has played a big role in building all our lives. They continue to entertain children through their cartoons and by imparting education through the stories they narrate.

These Walt Disney quotes, given by the man himself, will show how he transformed his tiny audience’s life. 

1. “All dreams come true when we dare to pursue them.”
2. “It’s fun to do the impossible.
3. “The way to start something is to quit talking and begin doing.”
4. “The worst of us is not with innocence, although buried deeply it might be.”
5. “Whatever you do, do it well.”
6. “You can design, create, and build the most wonderful place. But it requires people to turn that dream into reality.”
7. “The more you adore yourself, the less you are like anyone else, making you unique.”
8. “Don’t be scared to do what you love.”
9. “Become a student to become a master.”
10. “Children are small people, and they should have to reach to learn and understand things, just like adults have to reach when they wish to grow in mental stature.”
11. “Crowded classrooms and half-day lectures are a tragic waste of our greatest national resource – the minds of children.”
12. “If you have it in you to dream it, it can be done, too. Never forget that this whole thing was started by a mouse.”
13. “Walt Disney films are not primarily for children. They are also made for the child in all of us, whether he be six or sixty. Call the child innocence.”
14. “Give to others before you spend on yourself.”
15. “Life consists of lights and shadows, and we would be untruthful, insincere, and saccharine if we tried to pretend there were no shadows. Most things are good and the strongest, but there are evil things too. You are not doing your child a favour by shielding them from reality. The essential thing is to teach the child that good always triumphs over evil.”
16. “Our heritage and ideals, the code and standards –there are the things we live by and teach our children. These shall be preserved or diminished by how freely we exchange our ideas and feelings.”
17. “Every child is born blessed with an imagination. But, like a muscle grows flabby with disuse, the imagination of a child pales in later years if he ceases to exercise it.”

Quotes From Star Wars

Every Star Wars fan knows the most famous quote, “May the force be with you”, by heart, which is inarguably the franchise’s best. Let’s not leave out the other catchy sayings, iconic lines, and phrases from talented characters such as Yoda, Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Han Solo, etc.

Take a look back at the most famous quotes stated in the movie by infamous characters:

Quotes by Obi-Wan Kenobi from Star Wars

1.  “Use the Force, Luke.” 
2. “In my experience, there’s no such thing as luck.”
3. “Your eyes can deceive you; you must not trust them.”
4. “Who’s the more foolish: the fool, or the fool who follows him?”
5. “Dreams pass in time.” 
6. “Don’t give in to hate. That leads to the Dark Side.”

Quotes by Darth Vader from Star Wars

1. “I find your lack of faith disturbing.”
2. “If only you knew what power the dark side holds.” 
3. “Be careful not to choke on your aspirations.” 
4. “You have controlled your fear. Now, release your anger. Only your hatred can destroy me.”
5. “I’ve been waiting for you, Obi-Wan. We meet again, at last. The circle is now complete. I was but the learner; now I am the master.”

Quotes by Han Solo from Star Wars

1. “You know, sometimes I amaze even myself.” 
2. “Don’t everybody thank me at once.” 
3. “Let’s keep a little optimism here.”
4. “Traveling through hyperspace ain’t like dusting crops, farm boy.”

Quotes by Yoda from Star Wars

1. “Fear is the path that walks you to the dark side.”
2. “Once you start down the dark path, forever will it dominate your destiny.” 
3. “In a dark place, we tend to find ourselves, and a little more knowledge lights our way.”
4. “Size does not matter.”
5. “Wars do not make one great.”
6. “When you reach 900 years, you will not look as good as today.” 
7. “You must unlearn what you have learned.”
8. “Do or do not. There is no try.”

Quotes by Luke Skywalker from Star Wars

1. “I won’t fail you. I’m not afraid.”
2. “Strike me down when in anger, and I shall always be with you, just like your father is.”
3. “No one’s ever really gone.” 
4. “You’ll find I’m full of surprises.”
5. “The Force is not a power that you possess. It’s not about lifting rocks. The energy between all things, a tension, a balance, binds the universe together.”
6. “Confronting fear is the major destiny of a Jedi. It is thus, your destiny.”

Quotes From Naruto

Naruto is an action-packed, quote-filled Japanese anime show that follows the story of a boy in training to become a ninja. This show is full of wise lessons and inspiration for children.

Here are the ultimate quotes from Naruto are:

1. “I’m not going to run away; I never go back on my word! That’s my nindo: my ninja way.”
2. “If you don’t share someone’s pain, how can you ever understand them?” 
3. “Hard work is not worthy for those who don’t believe in themselves.”
4. “The concept of hope is a little more than giving up. A word that holds no true meaning.”
5. “Growth happens when one goes beyond one’s limits. Realising that is also part of training.”
6. “If you dislike the hand that fate’s dealt you with, fight for a new one.”
7. “Somebody told me that I’m a failure; I’ll prove them wrong.” 
8. “A smile is the easiest way to come out of a difficult situation.”
9. “Never give up without trying. Do what you can, irrespective of how small the effect it be!”
10. “I couldn’t understand what a parent’s love was like because they were never there. So I could only guess. But now I know I live because you and Dad gave your lives for me. You both filled me with love even before the Nine-Tails was inside me! So here I am, happy and healthy! I’m glad I ended up being your son!” 
11. “Rejection is a part of life. You’re not a real man if you can’t accept and move past it or use it as writing material.”
12. “When people are protecting something important to them, they truly can become as strong as possible.”
13. “Failing is no reason to give up, as long as you believe.”
14. “Don’t underestimate me! I don’t quit, and I don’t run.” 

Quotes From The Grinch

The Christmas season would always be incomplete without The Grinch. He stands for everything non-Christmassy, but people don’t realize he was only misunderstood. The more you think about him, the more you’ll find him relatable. 

The Grinch is full of entertainment and hilarious quotes that will teach and inspire you all at the same time!

1. “No one should be alone on Christmas.”
2. We did our worst, and it is all that would matter.”
3. “One man’s toxic sludge is another man’s potpourri.”
4. “Now, you listen to me, young lady! Even if we’re terribly mangled, there’ll be no sad faces on Christmas.”
5. “It doesn’t matter how unique a person may appear; he will always be welcome with holiday cheer.”

Some More Quotes

The young generation represents the hope, legacy, and future of the world. Between uplifting quotes that help guide young ones on how to live and parenting quotes with some advice on how to start them correctly, this list of kids’ quotes provides excellent reminders of how special young people are. 

1. “A great man depicts his greatness by the way he treats little men.”
2. “I would always believe that if children are given the necessary tools to succeed, they will succeed beyond their wildest dreams!” 
3. “Mix a little foolishness with all your serious plans. It is awesome to be silly at the right moment.”
4. “Children are like a wet cement: whatever falls on them makes an impression.”
5. “Remember that a single book, one pen, one child and a teacher can change the entire world.”
6. “Being a parent: One of the toughest things you’ll ever do, but teaches you the meaning of unconditional love in exchange.” 
7. “Have a heart that would never harden, a temper that would never tire and a touch that would never hurt.”
8. “Act with kindness, without expecting gratitude.”
9. “If you can be anything, be kind.”
10. “Be nice to strangers. Be nice even when it doesn’t matter.”
11. “The simple act of caring is heroic.” 

Quotes on Learning

Teachers not only impart education but are also role models, coaches, advisors and facilitators for their students. Since students are mostly in school, teachers must positively impact their minds. They play the most important role in shaping a child’s future. Displaying posters featuring motivational quotes is an excellent way to instantly uplift the teaching space. Some quotes you can pick are: 

1. “The man who does not read books has no advantage over the one who cannot read them.”
2. “Teachers can open the door, but you must enter it yourself.”
3. “The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.”
4. “Education is the most powerful weapon that can be used to change the world.”
5. “Education is the passport to the future since tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”
6. “The mind is not a vessel that has to be filled but a fire to be ignited.”
7. “A person who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.”

Quotes for Children’s Room

What we constantly read ingrains in our minds forever. Posting decals about motivational quotes on the walls of children’s rooms can help them deal with challenging situations and push themselves to perform better. Here are some quotes that help inspire children:

1. “We all can dance when we find the music we love.”– Giles Andreae
2. “Don’t let what you cannot do stop you from doing what you can do.” – John Wooden.
3. “Be the change you wish to see in this world.” – Mahatma Gandhi.
4. “If I cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
5. “Everything you can imagine is surely real.”― Pablo Picasso.
6. “When life gets you down, you know what you gotta do? Just keep swimming.” – Dory, Finding Nemo.
7. “It is not about what it is; it’s about what it can become.” – Dr Suess.
8. “Fall seven times, stand up eight.” – Japanese Proverb.
9. “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t dare to take.”– Wayne Gretzky.
10. “In every job that has to be done, there is an element of fun.” – Mary Poppins.
11. “You always go through failure on your way to success.” – Mickey Rooney.
12. “Make every day a masterpiece.” – John Wooden.
13. “Nobody is perfect – that is why pencils need erasers.” – Wolfgang Riebe.
14. “Surround yourself with people who lift you higher.” – Oprah Winfrey.

Quotes for Back to School

Going back to school after summer may be a welcomed change of pace for some kids. For others, not so much. Having some inspiring back-to-school quotes handy to keep kids motivated and excited for the new school year is a great way to help them think differently about being in the classroom again. 

1. “Education gets you the only thing that matters in today’s world—an assigned parking space.” — Gene Perret.
2. “School is a building with four walls and tomorrow inside.” – Lon Watters.
3. “If you think your teachers are tough, wait ’til you get a boss.” — Bill Gates.
4. “Those who are not aware history are doomed to repeat it.” — Edmund Burke.
5. “School bells are ringing loud and clear; vacation’s over, school is here.” — Winifred C. Marshal.
6. “You have brains in your head and feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction of your choice.” — Dr Seuss
7. “I adore a teacher who gives you something to take home to think about. It has to be besides homework.” — Lily Tomlin.
8. “A sense of curiosity is nature’s true school of education.” — Smiley Blanton.
9. “First day of school, make sure that you know your locker combination.” — Jordan Francis.
10. “School is similar to toilet paper. You only miss it when it’s gone.” — Anonymous
11. “School is the easiest job you’ll ever have.” — Marty Klazmer.
12. “There is nothing on earth intended for innocent people so horrible as a school.” — George Bernard Shaw.

Quotes on Courage

Courage may be standing up for yourself or a friend, showing bravery in testing times, or simply helping someone in need. It enables you to step up in life because you stick with something hard for you to do when you show courage. Showing courage in times of difficulty makes you a better person. Here are some great quotes were written by some great people on courage:

1. “Courage is doing what you are scared to do. There can be no courage unless you’re scared.” – Edward Vernon Rickenbacker.
2. “Courage is resisting fear, mastery of fear – not absence of fear.” – Mark Twain.
3. “One of the greatest discoveries that a man makes and one of his great surprises, is to finally find he can do what he was afraid he couldn’t do.” – Henry Ford.
4. “It takes a lot of bravery for people to listen to their own goodness and act on it.” – Pablo Casals.
5. “He is courageous who endures the right thing, for the right motive, in the right way and at the right times.” – Aristotle.
6. “The greatest error one can make in life is continually fearing that you will make one.” – Elbert Hubbard.
7. “You gain strength, confidence and courage by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do what you think you cannot do.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
8. “A hero is no braver than any ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson.
9. “Success is not final and failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” – Sir Winston Churchill.
10. “To dream anything you want to dream is the beauty of the human mind. To do anything you want to do is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself to test your limits is the courage you need to succeed.” – Bernard Edmonds
11. “Courage is never to let your actions be influenced by your fears.” – Arthur Koestler.
12. “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to a person’s courage.” – Anais Nin.

Quotes on Growing Up

Education is not always about academic learning. Kids must also understand that good education is not about memorizing textbooks, giving exams and moving up to higher grades. Enlisted here are some of the best educational quotes for children that you may share with them for their all-round development:

1. “We grow great by dreams.”-Woodrow Wilson
2. “Winning doesn’t always mean being first. Winning means you’re doing better than you’ve done before.” – Bonnie Blair
3. “The most essential aspect in life is not the triumph but the struggle.” – Pierre de Coubertin
4. “Reformation, just like education, is a long journey, not a destination.” – Mary Harris Jones
5. “You cannot let your failures define you. You have to let your failures teach you lessons.” – Barack Obama
6. “Formal education will make you a living; self-education will make you a fortune.” – Jim Rohn
7. “Knowledge brings the opportunity to make a difference.” – Claire Fagan

Quote of the Day

Telling your child a good quote every morning ensures that they will remember and apply it in their routine life. It is also proven to be a motivating tool for children. It can also be put up on the board in your child’s room and can be changed every morning. It greatly reflects on their mood. It sets the right foot for the thought your child carries throughout the day. These good thoughts help brighten a child’s mind. 

1. “If you believe in yourself, you have already accomplished half the job.”
2. “Always treat others the way you’d want them to treat you.”
3. “Avoid stressing about the things you cannot control in life.”
4. “Live your life to the fullest.”
5. “Welcome each day with a smile and thank God for bringing you new thoughts and strengths.”
6. “Every action has a consequence.”
7. “Learn something new every day.”
8. “Good thoughts make a happy individual.”
9. “If you ever have a dream, you should never let go of it; chase it till the end.”
10. “Make yourself your own competition, strive to be better than yesterday, and you’ll find the true essence of life!”

Quotes on Positivity

1. “Never say never, because limits, like fear, are just an illusion.” –Michael Jordan.
2. “Do you know what my favourite part of the game is? The opportunity to play.” –Mike Singletary
3. “Champions keep playing ’til they get it right.” –Billie Jean King.
4. “I never worry about the problem. I worry about the solution.” –Shaquille’ O Neal.
5. “You’re never a loser till you quit trying.” –Mike Ditka.
6. “He who is not courageous and does not take risks will not accomplish anything in life.” –Muhammad Ali.
7. “Survival is summed up in three small words: Never give up. That’s the heart of it, really. Just keep trying.” –Bear Grylls, outdoorsman.
8. “Even when on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.” –Will Rogers, humorist.
9. “Good words are still worth a lot and cost little.” –George Herbert, poet and orator.

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