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What Books Have That They Don't Read?

Published March 14, 2026, 12:12
What Books Have That They Don't Read?

The article addresses the lack of interest in reading among children and explores the reasons behind this phenomenon. The author argues that children imitate adults, so if parents and teachers don't read, it's unlikely children will. Furthermore, it points out that many children struggle with reading, making the experience frustrating. The trend of bookstores categorizing children's books based on their didactic message, rather than presenting them as autonomous works of art, is also considered negative. Despite the increase in sales of children's books, especially picture books for young children, reading is often abandoned when children enter primary school, where knowledge is presented as a chore rather than a source of joy. The lack of enthusiasm from adults for reading and the pedagogical approach prevalent in education contribute to children's distance from books.