Adults Quote by Kate DiCamillo
“It distresses me that parents insist that their children read or make them read. I think the best way for children to treasure reading is for them to see the adults in their lives reading for their own pleasure.”
About This Quote
Parents who force reading can backfire; children learn to love books by seeing adults read for pleasure.
In simple terms: Forceful reading is counterproductive; model reading inspires kids.
Model reading for joy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- children’s reading habits
- parental influence
- encouraging literacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make reading a shared pleasure?
- What books do you enjoy that could inspire others?
Children may resist if reading feels imposed.