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Free Printable Jane Austen Quotes for Your Valentine’s Day Decor

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As a fan of Jane Austen’s novels, I can attest to the timeless appeal of her stories. From the witty dialogue to the unforgettable characters, Austen’s works are a treasure trove of romance and love. That’s why I am excited to share these free printable quotes from her books for Valentine’s Day.

Whether you are a die-hard Austen fan or simply enjoy a good love story, these printables are the perfect gift. Imagine decorating your home with beautiful quotes from Pride and Prejudice or Emma, or giving a loved one a special note featuring a poignant passage from Sense and Sensibility.

But it’s not just the romantic themes of Austen’s novels that make these printables so special. It’s also the wit and wisdom that can be found in every one of her books. Who wouldn’t love a daily reminder to “love all, trust a few, do wrong to none” (All’s Well That Ends Well)? Or to “dwell on the past and recall happy memories” (Persuasion)?

So if you are a fan of Jane Austen’s novels, I highly recommend these printables as a unique and thoughtful gift for Valentine’s Day. Trust me, anyone who loves Austen’s books will adore these quotes and the opportunity to bring a little bit of her magic into their daily lives.

free printable Jane Austen quotes from Domestically Blissful

Here are some famous quotes by Jane Austen:

  1. “I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book!” – Pride and Prejudice
  2. “There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart.” – Emma
  3. “To be brave is to love someone unconditionally, without expecting anything in return.” – Margaret Mitchell
  4. “Love is not love which alters when it alteration finds.” – William Shakespeare
  5. “There is nothing I would not do for those who are really my friends. I have no notion of loving people by halves, it is not my nature.” – Northanger Abbey

In addition to being a skilled writer, Austen was also a pioneer of the romance novel genre. Her books focus on the marriage and courtship customs of her time, and are known for their realism, humor, and social commentary. Some of her most famous works include Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, and Emma.

 

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If you want to teach kids the basics of Hanukkah in the classroom or at home, the picture book Hanukkah by Lesléa Newman and illustrated by Rotem Teplow is a nice place to start.

The book explores the Jewish holiday through the eyes of Lior, a boy whose name means “my light” in Hebrew, which is appropriate for talking about the Festival of Lights.

The book goes through all the preparations the family does, including cleaning, setting the table and cleaning the menorah. It talks about what the menorah symbolizes and the Hanukkah story of the oil in the Holy Temple of Jerusalem lasting for eight days when it should have only been a one-day supply.

The meaning of the letters on the dreidel are also explored, in that when you are in Israel they have a different fourth word (the letters symbolize the Hebrew letters for “a great miracle happened there” or, in Israel, “a great miracle happened here”).

Because the story of Hanukkah involves oil, a lot of the foods that are eaten during the celebration are fried in oil, such as latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (fried jelly doughnuts). Other foods mentioned include challah, noodle kugel and sour cream and applesauce, which are served with the latkes. Family and friends drop by to share their food, light their menorahs together and play dreidel (the game is explained in the story). It also talks about how the candles are lit through the eight days and what happens at the end of Hanukkah.

The book includes Hanukkah blessings in English and Hebrew and talks about the lunar cycle of the Hebrew calendar, which is why Hanukkah is sometimes celebrated in November and sometimes in December. It also talks about why Jewish holidays are celebrated beginning at sunset rather than in the morning.

Other topics covered include Hanukkah greetings; how to spell Hanukkah; how to make an edible menorah and an tzedakah box (to collect money for charity); recipes for latkes and applesauce; and a more detailed story of Hanukkah than is included within the story of the book. There’s also a quiz to see how well you were paying attention.

This sweet little book is a quick read and a cute overview of the basics of Hanukkah and what the symbols, foods and games mean. It’s a great book for classrooms or at home for sharing basic knowledge.

About the book: 48 pages, hardcover. Published 2024 by words & pictures, suggested retail price $14.99.