Age Quote by Alice Walker
“I know from having had a child, and from having been a child myself, that children will copy you. So, the best way to get them to read, is to read. The best way to get them to do anything is to do it yourself, and they will absolutely copy you. That way, you don't have to worry about what's supposedly age appropriate, a child will pick something up when the child is ready.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public talk, 1990s
Children imitate adult behavior; modeling reading leads them to read themselves.
In simple terms: Kids copy what adults do, especially reading.
Key Takeaway
Read yourself to inspire kids.
Themes
parenting
learning
role modeling
Mood
hopeful
encouraging
Type
advice
parenting
When to use this quote
- family bedtime reading
- classroom reading sessions
- parent‑child activities
Key Concepts
social learning
behavioral modeling
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits do you model for children?
- How can you ensure positive modeling?
A Different Perspective
Children may also copy negative habits if not careful.
