Book Quote by Beverly Cleary
“As a child, I disliked books in which children learned to be 'better' children.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Ramona Quimby, Age 8 by Beverly Cleary, 1975
She disliked books that taught children to become 'better' in a moral sense.
In simple terms: She disliked moralizing children's books.
Prefer stories that respect children's authentic selves.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- reading to children
- school curricula
- parental guidance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a children's book feel authentic?
- How can stories teach values without preaching?
Moral lessons can be valuable when balanced with realism.