WRAD Blogging Challenge Post 3

Week 3: February 24 - March 2

A Snapshot of My Reading Life

So this is a physical snapshot of my reading life. This is my meeting house library that has everything I look for in a cozy reading environment: natural sunlight, cozy chairs, warm blankets, drawers stashed with office supplies, and of course a host of good books.

04:30 wake up

05:38 read while riding the bus (commute is nearly 2 hours and one perk is reading time)

7:30 arrive at work

3:30 depart work

4:09 read while riding the bus

6:00 eat and read

8:30 sleep

World Read Aloud Day Blog Challenge

This year I have accepted the World Read Aloud Blogging Challenge. This is my first post in the challenge. Be sure to visit litworld.org to sign up for World Read Aloud Day and for ideas on how to celebrate WRAD!

Week 1 February 10 - February 16

What do you think is special about reading aloud?

1. Reading aloud builds community
2. Reading aloud is fun and theatrical
3. Reading aloud opens new worlds to readers and non-readers alike
4. Reading aloud allows the reader to express emotions for which they may not have the words
5. Reading aloud provides an "excuse" to cuddle up, or at least share space, with others
6. Reading aloud broadens horizons
7. Reading aloud makes classes of students cheer for fictional characters
8. Reading aloud creates a shared experience
9. Reading aloud nurtures the heart, soul, and mind
10. Reading aloud shows that you care