Children Quote by Madeleine L'Engle
““Because of the very nature of the world as it is today, our children receive in school a heavy load of scientific and analytic subjects, so it is in their reading for fun, for pleasure, that they must be guided into creativity.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Education, 1990s
Students are overloaded with analytical subjects, so reading for pleasure should be used to nurture creativity.
In simple terms: Reading for fun can spark creativity amid heavy academic load.
Key Takeaway
Use leisure reading to develop creative thinking.
Themes
education
creativity
reading
balance
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- classroom
- home schooling
- library programs
- after‑school clubs
Key Concepts
cognitive development
imagination
literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can teachers choose books that are both enjoyable and intellectually stimulating?
- What role does curiosity play in learning?
A Different Perspective
If reading material is too simplistic, it may not engage critical thinking.
