" Refrain From Undue Notice or Flattery—Give children but little notice. Let them learn to amuse
themselves. Do not put them on exhibition before visitors as prodigies of wit or wisdom, but leave them as far as possible to the simplicity of their childhood. One great reason why so many children are forward, bold, and impertinent is they are noticed and praised too much, and their smart, sharp sayings repeated in their hearing. Endeavor not to censure unduly, nor to overwhelm with praise and flattery. Satan will all too soon sow evil seed in their young hearts, and you should not aid him in his work.22 "
― Ellen Gould White , Child Guidance (Christian Home Library)(Counsels To Seventh Day Adventist Parents)