It’s About the Right Moment

Aug 24, 2020

Choosing the right time to introduce books to kids is crucial. The discussion highlights how patience can enhance a child's love for reading. By comparing this process to gardening, it emphasizes nurturing relationships with literature. By understanding when to share influential stories, parents can create meaningful connections that resonate throughout a child's life.

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Right Moment for Reading

Introduce children to various books, even those seemingly beyond their current comprehension.
Recognize that timing is crucial, and a book's impact depends on the reader's developmental stage.

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ANECDOTE

Zweig and Montaigne

Stefan Zweig found Montaigne's Essays impactful only later in life.
This demonstrates how a book's relevance can change with time and experience.

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The Importance of Timing in Raising Readers

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#93

• Mentioned in 117 episodes

The great Gatsby

F. Scott Fitzgerald

Published in 1925, 'The Great Gatsby' is a tragic love story, a mystery, and a social commentary on American life during the Jazz Age. The novel is narrated by Nick Carraway, who moves to Long Island and becomes entangled in the lives of his wealthy and mysterious neighbor, Jay Gatsby, and Gatsby's obsession to win back his first love, Daisy Buchanan. The story delves into themes of honesty, the temptations of wealth, and the struggle to escape the past, ultimately reflecting on the disintegration of the American Dream.

#1201

• Mentioned in 20 episodes

The Little Prince

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Written and illustrated by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, 'The Little Prince' tells the story of a young prince who travels from his small home planet to Earth, encountering various characters that symbolize the absurdities and narrow-mindedness of grown-ups. The prince, who deeply loves a rose on his home planet, learns valuable lessons about the importance of human connections and the uniqueness of loved ones through his interactions with a fox and other characters. The story is a poignant reflection on life, human nature, and the importance of seeing with the heart rather than the eyes.

#302

• Mentioned in 53 episodes

Ender's Game

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Orson Scott Card

Set in a future where humanity is threatened by the Formics, an insect-like alien species, the novel follows Ender Wiggin, a child prodigy who is drafted into Battle School at the age of six. Ender undergoes intense military training, including zero-gravity battles and psychological manipulation, to prepare him to lead the human fleet against the Formics. The book explores themes of war, leadership, and the moral complexities of using children as soldiers. It is known for its deep and complex sensibilities, and its ability to pose profound questions about the nature of war and humanity.

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• Mentioned in 33 episodes

CHARLOTTE'S WEB

E. B. White

Charlotte's Web, written by E.B. White, is a timeless children's classic that tells the story of Wilbur, a pig, and Charlotte, a spider, who form an unlikely friendship. The story is set on a farm and revolves around the efforts of Charlotte to save Wilbur from being slaughtered. Through their relationship, the book explores themes of friendship, courage, self-sacrifice, and the natural cycle of life and death. The novel is known for its vivid depiction of farm life and its ability to address complex emotions and themes in a way that is accessible to children. The book has been widely acclaimed and has sold over 45 million copies worldwide since its publication in 1952.

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Montaigne's Essays

Michel de Montaigne

"There are so many books you want your kids to read. The books that influenced you. The ones that changed your life. The ones you have so many fond memories of. The ones that speak truths you know they need to hear.

But it’s essential that you don’t rush this… or at least understand that timing is going to matter."

Ryan discusses the patience you must exhibit as a parent in today's Daily Dad Podcast.

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