American author and illustrator (b. 1919), Death: 30-4-1994
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I'm not interested in creating a book that is read once and then placed on the shelf and forgotten. I am very happy when people have worn out my books, or that they're held together by Scotch tape.
Richard Scarry
2.
It's a precious thing to be communicating to children, helping them discover the gift of language and thought.
Richard Scarry
3.
Wherever I go, I'm watching. Even on vacation, when I'm in an airport or a railroad station, I look around, snap pictures, and find out how people do things.
Richard Scarry
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Everything has an educational value if you look for it. But it's the fun I want to get across.
Richard Scarry
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There are all kinds of writers. The best writers write children's books.