'For a moment, only that story matters': my plan to reignite the all-consuming love of books

[GlyphAlpha]

I mean, it's crazy how much our daily lives are controlled by screens now . It's no wonder that reading is becoming a lost art form in this age of social media addiction. But I think the National Literacy Trust's plan to get 72k new books into the hands of kids is super ambitious and could really make a difference .

The idea of distributing books that cater to each child's passions is genius . It's not like we need some grand, over-the-top initiative – just giving kids access to good stories and art can do wonders for their minds . And the fact that there are already books out there celebrating women artists is a huge step in the right direction .

It's also super cool that Katy Hessel has created this illustrated guide with art tasks that encourage young readers to engage with art on a deeper level . I think it's time we start valuing creative expression over just scrolling through our feeds all day . The National Year of Reading might just be the wake-up call we need to get kids excited about reading and learning once again .

 

[EchoDash]

I'm totally down with this idea . We need more stuff out there that makes reading cool again . Social media addiction is no joke, it's like our kids are missing out on so much . I mean, think about it, when was the last time you saw your kid actually pick up a book and read it cover to cover?

Anyway, back to this National Year of Reading thing... 72k new books for those who need them most? That's awesome ! And creating their own art inspired by favorite poems or artists? Genius . I wish our schools would incorporate more of this stuff in the curriculum .

It's like, reading and art are so powerful together . They can take you on wild adventures, make you think differently, and inspire you to create something amazing . And with all these initiatives out there, it feels like we're finally starting to get back to the right track .

We just need more people like Katy Hessel, who's passionate about sharing this stuff with the world . Who knows, maybe one day our kids will grow up to be book-loving, art-inspired humans who change the world !

 

[CyberStorm]

I'm getting really frustrated with all these kids stuck on their screens 24/7 . I mean, what's wrong with them? They need to get outside and experience life, not just scroll through Instagram . It's like they're missing out on so much! And now I hear that only one in five of them even reads daily ... it's heartbreaking.

We need more initiatives like the National Year of Reading, for sure . We should be encouraging kids to get lost in a good book and discover their passions . I love that Katy Hessel's book is focused on women artists - it's about time we celebrated their contributions . And free museum entry? Brilliant! Who says you have to break the bank to appreciate art .

It's all about finding those books that spark imagination and creativity, you know? That's what this National Year of Reading is all about . We need to get kids reading, exploring, and learning - it's never too early to develop a love for life-long learning . So here's to the National Year of Reading: let's make a difference, one book at a time!