She imagined what it must be like to have Charlie's mind - to believe that red shoes are faster then other shoes; to believe, as he did, that ducks could drive fire engines and that pigs built houses out of bricks and straw. There were plenty of people who weren't three-and-three-quarters who believed equally implausible things...and when to war over them.
The narrator reflects on the whimsical nature of Charlie's beliefs, such as thinking red shoes are speedier or that ducks have the capability to drive fire engines. These fantastical notions highlight the innocence and creativity of a child's mind, contrasting starkly with the rigid beliefs often held by adults.
Moreover, the text suggests that even grown individuals can embrace equally absurd ideas, sometimes leading to conflict. This emphasizes a deeper commentary on human nature, where differing beliefs can result in strife, reminding us of the importance of imagination and open-mindedness.
