NATIONAL READ A BOOK DAY

September 6th, Is National Read a Book Day.
It is an annual awareness day that encourages us all to take a break and read, either curled up on the bed, sofa or aloud to friends and family.


BENEFITS OF READING

1. Research shows that reading 10 minutes a day.

2. sharing stories with children can have a huge positive impact on their development (now and in the future).
3.Reading improves your vocabulary skills ( you learn new words).
4. Reading improves your writing skills.
5. Reading increases your concentration level and knowledge.
6. Reading helps you to be more focused. 
7. Reading increases memory, developing analytical thinking skills.
8. Reading reducing stress.
9. Reading aids in relaxation.
10. Reading helps you to sleep
11. Reading prevents cognitive decline.

HOW CAN I GET INOLVED ?
Whether you're a natural book lover, occasional reader or you almost never/ never read a book, spend a few minutes reading today.

1. Read with your loved ones and share your favourite book with them. To make it fun, you can read your favourite chapter, quotes or lines aloud from a book you've read as you enjoy that on a snack or food.
You could also talk about your favourite character, what you liked about them and how they inspire you am sure this will make it more interesting.

2. You can visit the library and take advantage of some free resources you can place your hands on today.
Don't have a book in mind, no worries get into the library and ask the librarian for recommendations in line with your preferences.
You don't even have a book preference? The librarian or a friend can point you to fantastic collection of a whole new genre.
3. You can host a reading book party.
4. You can donate books to children
5. Share your favourite quotes from a book on social media.
6. Give some book recommendation to people.
7. You can also share some new words learnt from books you've read.

There are so many ways to be involved you just have to be creative.

HOW YOU CAN BUILD A READING HABIT
1. You can start with comics, audio books and ebooks especially if you are a reluctant reader.
2. Get a reading buddy
3. Create a reading bucket list
4. Have a reading library
5. Master the art of reading.
6. Identify why reading is important to you. Once you know the benefits, you'll be motivated to read.
7. Schedule a reading day or a reading hour. It will keep you on track with your reading habits.
8. Make your reading fun and pleasurable. Enjoy what you do and while you're at it.

If reading it aloud to your kids or friends, make it easier and fun, do it.
If it's eating while reading, get a snack while you read. Be creative.

Spend some time on a good book and see the impact of reading.



 

Pic illustrations from @National Today, @Hasty Book List by Ashley Hasty and @Delta Stationers on pinterest.

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