If I am not good to myself, how can I expect anyone else to be good to me?
Maya AngelouRead
Any book that helps a child to form a habit of reading, to make reading one of his deep and continuing needs, is good for him.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Books that inspire children to read create lasting habits that benefit them.
Maya Angelou emphasizes the importance of fostering a love for reading in children. When a book has the power to cultivate a habit of reading, it becomes valuable because it meets a child's fundamental need for growth and knowledge, ensuring that reading becomes a lifelong pursuit.
Themes
ReadingChildrenBooksHabitsEducation
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at a children's literacy event, one could say, 'As Maya Angelou wisely noted, any book that helps a child form a habit of reading is invaluable.'
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