Whenever I was upset by something in the papers, [Jack] always told me to be more tolerant, like a horse flicking away flies in the summer.
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There are many little ways to enlarge your child's world. Love of books is the best of all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Encouraging a child's exploration and learning through the love of reading can greatly enrich their life.
Jackie Kennedy emphasizes the significance of nurturing a child's imagination and awareness of the world through reading. By instilling a love of books in children, parents can provide them with countless opportunities for growth, understanding, and curiosity, which ultimately shapes their experiences and worldview.
Themes
ReadingChildrenEducationEnrichmentBooks
In practice
Example use cases
A parent can share this quote when discussing the importance of literacy at a school meeting.
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