The books transported her into new worlds and introduced her to amazing people who lived exciting lives.
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If my books can help children become readers then I feel I have accomplished something important.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of encouraging children to read through literature.
Roald Dahl expresses his belief that the ultimate achievement of his work lies in inspiring children to embrace reading. He views the ability to foster a love for books in young readers as a significant and meaningful accomplishment, highlighting the powerful impact that literature can have on the development of a child's imagination and intellect.
Themes
BooksChildrenReadingEducationLiterature
In practice
Example use cases
A teacher might use this quote during a presentation about promoting literacy in schools.
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