Quote by Beverly Cleary

I had a very wise mother. She always kept books that were my grade level in our house.

I had a very wise mother. She always kept books that were my

Summary

This quote expresses the presence of a wise mother who recognized the importance of education and cultivated a learning environment within the home. By keeping books that were suitable for her child's grade level, the mother sought to encourage intellectual growth and provide access to knowledge. This approach suggests that the mother understood the value of reading and aimed to foster a love for learning in her child from an early age.

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Children Inspirational

By Beverly Cleary

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