Today would have been Dr. Seuss' 112th birthday. His stories were simple and fun but taught valuable lessons about obeying our parents, being kind, and following your dreams. We can still take many of his messages to heart today. Here are some classic Dr. Seuss quotes to lift you up!

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"Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!"

- Happy Birthday to You! (1959)

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"If you keep your eyes open enough, oh, the stuff you will learn! The most wonderful stuff!"

- I Can Read With My Eyes Shut! (1978)

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"Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not."

- The Lorax (1971)

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"Look at me! Look at me now! It is fun to have fun, but you have to know how."

- The Cat in the Hat (1957)

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"You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so…get on your way!"

- Oh, the Places You'll Go (1990)

Reading these still puts a smile on my face after all these years. Dr. Seuss was a very wise man who knew how to reach kids--I hope my own children will be inspired by these someday!

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