Boxes Quote by Jim Trelease
“A nation that does not read much does not know much. And a nation that does not know much is more likely to make poor choices in the home, the marketplace, the jury box, and the voting booth. And those decisions ultimately affect the entire nation...the literate and illiterate.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Read-Aloud Handbook”, Jim Trelease, 1993
Literacy fuels knowledge; illiteracy leads to poor decisions affecting society at large.
In simple terms: Reading builds informed citizens.
Key Takeaway
Promote reading to strengthen democracy.
Themes
education
literacy
society
decision‑making
empowerment
Mood
inspirational
urgent
Type
educational
activist
When to use this quote
- schools
- public policy
- media
- community programs
Key Concepts
civic engagement
social development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we improve literacy access?
- What other factors influence civic choices?
A Different Perspective
Reading alone doesn't solve all problems.
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