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Childlike Quotes

Wonder that never quite grows up.

Whimsical, unguarded, a little silly — these quotes treat childlike as a compliment, whether describing a beloved comedy, a made-up voice, or a style of writing that refuses to grow up. More in our Believe quotes.

To me, 'Ace Ventura' is as scriptural and sacred as any movie I've ever done because it's childlike.

Quotes by Tom Shadyac

He's not a child but he's childlike, he's not a grown up, he's not a kid, maybe he sounds like an elf on helium, we'll play with it.

Quotes by Tom Kenny

I can make rhymes. My style of writing is kind of childlike anyway.

Quotes by Tim Minchin

I like crazy, childlike, candy bar-filled cakes with gooey caramel, chocolate-covered nuts, marshmallows, and the like.

Quotes by Ron Ben-Israel

Ace Quotes

One of the characteristics I cherish in my friends is their childlike gullibility, and several excited minutes were spent trying to actually find this book.

Quotes by Phil Foglio

Brexit is a ceaseless grind of conversations about customs unions and backstops. Anything that can add an air of whimsical, childlike wonder to proceedings can only be a good thing.

Quotes by Nish Kumar

I am too childlike to be immature.

Quotes by Lee Siegel

The most creative people have this childlike facility to play.

Quotes by John Cleese

Some children's music is aimed just at kids, and it can be very childlike.

Quotes by Dawn Steel

Believe Quotes

A lot of the stuff I tweet is out of childlike curiosity.

Quotes by David Grann

It is the childlike mind that finds the kingdom.

Quotes by Charles Fillmore

Childlike surrender and trust, I believe, is the defining spirit of authentic discipleship.

Quotes by Brennan Manning

I think there's a part, just a part of comedians, that is still childlike.

Quotes by Bob Newhart

I quite like childlike songs, which sometimes cross over.

Quotes by Alan Price

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the common idea across these childlike quotes?
They treat "childlike" as a compliment — a way to describe wonder, playfulness, or a refusal to overthink things, even in serious contexts. See more in our Believe quotes.
Why do people search for quotes about being childlike?
It's often invoked as an antidote to cynicism or over-seriousness, so people reach for these quotes when talking about creativity, humor, or staying playful as an adult.
Is there a film-related quote in this collection?
Yes — one calls a beloved comedy film sacred and scriptural, specifically because of its childlike quality. See more in our Ace quotes.
Do any quotes use childlike as relief from something serious?
One contrasts the endless, wearying back-and-forth of political conversation with the relief of adding a little unguarded, whimsical wonder to the mix.
How does the collection describe a childlike creative style?
One quote describes a writing style as kind of childlike anyway, treating simplicity and playfulness as a natural creative voice rather than a limitation.

From political fatigue to freewheeling rhymes, these lines find real relief in staying a little childlike. Browse more in our Book quotes.