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“Make it a rule never to give a child a book you would not read yourself.” quote by George Bernard Shaw
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“Make it a rule never to give a child a book you would not read yourself.”

George Bernard Shaw

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.

Key Takeaway

Read books you love with children.

Themes

education reading role model literacy family

Mood

encouraging thoughtful

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Parenting
  • teaching
  • book clubs
  • library programs
  • family bonding

Key Concepts

Literary mentorship intergenerational learning cultural transmission

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your reading influence a child?
  • What books suit both adult and child?
A Different Perspective

May overlook children's own interests.

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