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“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” quote by Emilie Buchwald
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““Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.””

Emilie Buchwald

About This Quote

Source Interview: Children and Literacy, 1995

Children develop reading habits through close, affectionate interaction with parents.

In simple terms: Parents teach reading by reading together.

Key Takeaway

Read with children daily.

Themes

family education literacy

Mood

warm encouraging

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • parent‑child bedtime
  • school reading programs

Key Concepts

developmental psychology bonding

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can busy parents foster reading?
  • What alternatives exist for early literacy?
A Different Perspective

Not all families have time for this practice.

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