That is what a book does. It introduces us to people and places we wouldn't ordinarily know. A good book is a magic gateway into a wider world of wonder, beauty, delight, and adventure. Books are experiences that make us grow, that add something to our inner stature. . . . Children don't stumble onto good books by themselves; they must be introduced to the wonder of words put together in such a way that they spin out pure joy and magic. (Honey for a Child's Heart p17)
These words from the first chapter of
Honey for a Child's Heart capture my enthusiasm for introducing Elisabeth to great literature. Books can indeed be the gateway to worlds and experiences that will increase her capacity for delight, empathy and love. O how I want her to develop a love for
great books!
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