Access Quote by Katherine Paterson
“Children have to have access to books, and a lot of children can't go to a store and buy a book. We need not only our public libraries to be funded properly and staffed properly, but our school libraries. Many children can't get to a public library, and the only library they have is a school library.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Library advocacy
Access to books is essential; both public and school libraries must be well funded to serve all children.
In simple terms: Kids need books, libraries matter.
Key Takeaway
Support library funding.
Themes
education
access
equity
literacy
Mood
advocacy
concerned
Type
policy
social
When to use this quote
- school planning
- family reading
- social justice
Key Concepts
public policy
community support
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities protect library funding?
- What alternatives exist where libraries lack?
A Different Perspective
Budget cuts threaten services.
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