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John Newbery was the father of children's literature. One fifth of the books he published were written for children. At the time, books were written for adults and sometimes children liked them. It was a dramatic change to publish specifically for children.

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John Newbery believed that Children's Books were important because he saw the potential for them to educate and entertain young readers. He also recognized the need for books specifically designed for children to improve literacy and promote a love of reading from a young age. Additionally, Newbery wanted to create a market for children's books to encourage the publishing industry to prioritize creating quality literature for young readers.

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