Wonderful quotes from children’s books to share with your kids

Here is a wonderful list of quotes from children’s books that your children will be sure to enjoy, curated by the Readgrad review team.

Imagine

by Juan Felipe Herrera, illustrated by Lauren Castillo

"Imagine what you could do."

(Ages 5 – 9)

Matilda

by Roald Dahl, illustrated by Sarah Walsh

"Never do anything by halves if you want to get away with it. Be outrageous. Go the whole hog."

(Ages 6 – 9)

Oh, the Places You’ll Go!

by Dr. Seuss

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose."

(Ages 7+)

Pippi Longstocking

by Astrid Lindgren, illustrated by Ingrid Vang Nyman

“He’s the strongest man in the world.” “Man, yes,” said Pippi, “But I am the strongest girl in the world, remember that.”

(Ages 8 – 12)

Charlotte’s Web

by E.B. White

“‘Why did you do all this for me?’ he asked. ‘I don’t deserve it. I’ve never done anything for you.’ 'You have been my friend,’ replied Charlotte. 'That in itself is a tremendous thing.’”

(Ages 8 – 12)

Peter Pan

by J.M. Barrie

“The moment you doubt whether you can fly, you cease forever to be able to do it.”

(Ages 8 – 12)

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