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“One rainy Sunday when I was in the third grade, I picked up a book to look at the pictures and discovered that even though I did not want to, I was reading. I have been a reader ever since.” quote by Beverly Cleary
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“One rainy Sunday when I was in the third grade, I picked up a book to look at the pictures and discovered that even though I did not want to, I was reading. I have been a reader ever since.”

Beverly Cleary

About This Quote

Source Autobiography: My Life in Books, 1978

A third‑grade reading experience sparked a lifelong love of books, showing how accidental discovery can ignite passion.

In simple terms: Found reading by accident.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unexpected opportunities.

Themes

growth reading curiosity

Mood

inspirational nostalgic

Type

educational personal

When to use this quote

  • school
  • family reading time

Key Concepts

literacy development early education

Questions to Reflect On

  • What chance encounter could change your hobby?
  • How can you create accidental learning moments?
A Different Perspective

May not apply to all children.

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