Importance of College Students Participation in MBR

When I first found out about Million Book Read and what the organization stands for, I thought that it was a cause worth joining. I reflected on how directly it related to me and my childhood as well as the importance it has in the development of every child’s literacy interest. 

I can remember a few distinct situations that my older cousins would take the time to read books to me, their interest peaked my curiosity as a young child.  My mother was also a faithful advocate for reading in our home.  She read to my siblings and I every night before we went to bed. When looking back on my childhood and the prevalence of literature in my every day habits, I more clearly understand the importance of being a reading role model.

I was privileged in my childhood to have people around me who understood the importance of reading. What about those who could really use someone to motivate them and jump start a reading interest?  As a literate college student, it is now my responsibility to step in and read to children.

It is hard to believe that some children have never had a book read to them. Not only does Million Book Read give the opportunity for adults to read to their children, but it also gives the opportunity for college students to reach out to children and inspire them to cherish the habit of reading.

Written by Shane Fraser