Atatürk once said, “To protect the homeland, we must first protect the children.” This powerful statement shows us that children are not only important—they are the future of the country. Atatürk believed that a strong nation depends on raising strong, educated, and happy children. If we don’t care for them, how can we expect them to care for the homeland in the future?
This quote reminds us that nothing is more valuable than our children—not even the land itself. That’s why we should treat them with love, respect, and kindness. We should never hurt or scare them. Instead of using harsh words or punishment, we should teach them with patience and guide them with compassion.
Children deserve to feel safe, heard, and loved. When they grow up in an environment full of love and understanding, they become responsible, confident, and caring individuals. Only then can they truly protect and improve the homeland.