Books Quote by Emilie Buchwald
““Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.””
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.
Read with children daily.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parent‑child bedtime
- school reading programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can busy parents foster reading?
- What alternatives exist for early literacy?
Not all families have time for this practice.