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“Some people there are who, being grown; forget the horrible task of learning to read. It is perhaps the greatest single effort that the human undertakes, and he must do it as a child.” quote by John Steinbeck
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“Some people there are who, being grown; forget the horrible task of learning to read. It is perhaps the greatest single effort that the human undertakes, and he must do it as a child.”

John Steinbeck

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public Lecture on Literacy, John Steinbeck, 1945

Learning to read is a fundamental, demanding task undertaken early in life; neglecting it hampers personal development.

In simple terms: Reading is essential early learning.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize early literacy education.

Themes

education development learning

Mood

hopeful concerned

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • early childhood programs
  • adult literacy classes
  • parental reading habits

Key Concepts

cognitive development social equity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent children from learning to read?
  • How can societies support early literacy?
A Different Perspective

Some may argue reading can be self-taught later.

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