Read
–
1. To receive or take in the sense of (letters, symbols, etc.)
especially by sight or touch.
2.
To
utter aloud the printed or written words of.
These
are only two of the definitions for “read” that you will find in
the Meriam-Webster dictionary. Most likely they are the two that
immediately come to mind when you hear the word “read” spoken.
But have you thought about what reading can do for you? Per the
Health Fitness Revolution there are ten benefits you can receive by
picking up a book and reading.
- Stimulates the mind.
- Acquire knowledge.
- Expands your vocabulary.
- Sharpens writing skills.
- Hones critical and analytical skills.
- Improves memory.
- Boosts concentration.
- A fun source of entertainment.
- Feeds your imagination.
- Relieves stress.
Yes, a library is
more than just a place for supplying books for someone to read; but
this summer we want to promote reading to supplement your summer
activities. Summertime is a great time to get outside and get our
bodies in physical shape. This library has a great reading program
this summer for children and adults to encourage and motivate you to
excursive your mind.
Sources
used:
Health
Fitness Revolution. May 15, 2015. Web. Retrieved on, June 9, 2017.
http://www.healthfitnessrevolution.com/top-10-health-benefits-reading/
Meriam-Webster
Dictionary. Web. Retrieved on, June 9, 2017.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/read
