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Can you be successful without going to school?

Yes, but school is a very valuable place that makes learning easier for most children.

Some people have become successful without going to school. They learned a lot by reading books on their own, doing experiments, or working at a job. But this is a very hard path, and it is not easy for everyone.

School is not just for studying lessons. There, you make friends, learn to work together, and teachers guide you. Learning these things on your own takes much longer.

Success is not measured only by school grades. Being curious, asking lots of questions, and not giving up are just as important as reading. Anyone can be successful with these qualities, whether they go to school or not.

Quick facts

  • Some children study at home with their family, and this is called 'homeschooling'.
  • At school, you learn to work together and share with friends.
  • Being curious and asking lots of questions are very important for success.
  • Some famous scientists went to school very little but still learned a lot.
  • Not giving up is just as important as reading for being successful.

Check what you remember

3 questions — all of them come from the quick facts above. There is no score and no wrong turn.

1. What is it called when you study at home?

2. What do you learn to do with friends at school?

3. What is the most important thing for being successful?

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