Children Quote by Kate DiCamillo
“I like going to schools and telling classes that when I was a child, I failed every "will this kid become a writer" test.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, 2015
She shares that early setbacks in writing confidence are common, emphasizing resilience and growth.
In simple terms: Early failures are normal; keep trying.
Embrace setbacks as learning.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- classroom teaching
- personal development
- overcoming self‑doubt
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What belief about your abilities limits you?
- How can you reframe past failures?
Success often requires time and persistence beyond early failures.