After reading several hundred picture books to my kids over the last decade, I’ve collected ten inspirational quotes from children’s books that are too good not to share.

Children’s books can contain deep insights and provide valuable lessons on life for both kids and adults. The inspirational quotes I’ve collected are about everything from love and happiness to time management and being a good sport. These quotes come from books that are beautiful, inspiring, and just plain fun. So scroll down and enjoy these fantastic inspirational quotes from children’s books!

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10 Inspirational Quotes from Children’s Books

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“Whether or not you come out on top, finishing with grace is what makes you a real winner.” – Vampirina at the Beach by Anne Marie Pace, illustrated by LeUyen Pham

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“Sometimes it takes a little ferocity to set things right.” – Millie Fierce Sleeps Out by Jane Manning

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“We’ll work together,” Annie promised. “We’ll throw in our hearts and minds, and work with our hands to make the land a little more kind.” – Ladder to the Moon by Maya Soetoro-Ng

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“Happiness shared is happiness doubled.” – Old Turtle: Questions of the Heart by Douglas Wood

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“People come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. We may all look different, act different, and sound different…but don’t be fooled, we are all people.” – Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth by Oliver Jeffers

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“Things can sometimes move slowly here on Earth. More often, though, they move quickly, so use your time well. It will be gone before you know it.” – Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth by Oliver Jeffers

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“The echo of your laughter is love.” – Love by Matt de la Pena

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“If you dream it, believe in it, and work hard for it, anything is possible.” – Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed, illustrated by Stasia Burrington

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“Maybe I can only do small things. But my small things might join small things other people do. And, together, they could grow into something big.” – Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller, illustrated by Jen Hill

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“You don’t need magic sunglasses to see things in a new way. Just remember to look for the good in every day.” – Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses by Kimberly and James Dean

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