Back doors Quote by Emma Walton Hamilton
“It might be helping to explore a story visually by going to see a museum exhibit that's relevant to something that somebody's reading, or going to see a show or listening to a piece of music or cooking a meal that's in one of the stories, something practical, something kinesthetic that draws the reader in and helps them to experience the story for themselves. Those are all ways I think we can kind of come in the back door and help kids find the joy, as opposed to the chore or responsibility, of reading.”
About This Quote
Encouraging experiential learning by linking reading to related sensory activities.
In simple terms: Use real‑world experiences to make stories vivid.
Key Takeaway
Create hands‑on connections to reading.
Themes
engagement
learning
creativity
joy
kinesthetic
Mood
enthusiastic
inspirational
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- museum visits
- theatre outings
- music listening
- cooking related
- story‑based projects
Key Concepts
experiential learning
multisensory education
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate low‑cost sensory activities into reading?
- What senses help you remember a story best?
A Different Perspective
May be impractical for some schools or families lacking resources.
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