Book Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Make it a rule never to give a child a book you would not read yourself.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Encourages adults to model reading habits for children, promoting shared literary experiences.
In simple terms: Read to kids what you read.
Read books you love with children.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Parenting
- teaching
- book clubs
- library programs
- family bonding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your reading influence a child?
- What books suit both adult and child?
May overlook children's own interests.