March is Reading Month

“When you sell a man a book you don’t sell just twelve ounces of paper and ink and glue — you sell him a whole new life. Love and friendship and humour and ships at sea by night — there‘s all heaven and earth in a book, a real book.” —Christopher Morley

March is National Reading Month and a good time to begin a new book. If you’re looking for ideas, perhaps try reading one of the many books that have been challenged, censored and banned. Here’s a list of censored classics. Stop by soon and browse our selection of banned and censored books in our front display case.

Reading is FUNdamental for all ages! Reading has many benefits including increasing memory, learning, and reducing stress. Just like any skill one learns, the more you read and practice reading, turning pages into a habit, the more confident you’ll become. Books are one of the best tools we have for empathetic learning.

Start A Book Club!

Starting your own book club or joining a reading group is another idea that can bring new and interesting books into your life. Here is a post about Starting a Book Club: Eight Things You Need to Know If your looking for great books to discuss, stop by Book Beat and we’ll be happy to talk and offer suggestions.

Volunteer as a Tutor!

For over 37 years, the Oakland Literacy Council (OLC) has enabled adult students to achieve individual literacy goals through a partnership with trained volunteer tutors. OLC serves native-English speaking adults who need basic reading, writing, and math skills (adult basic education — ABE), and foreign-born adults who need English reading, writing,  or conversation skills (English Language Learners — ESL).

Become A Volunteer Tutor And Make A Difference In Someone’s Life 

STEP 1: Attend a virtual 30-minute information session to learn more about adult literacy and Oakland Literacy Council’s mission.

STEP 2: Register for a virtual tutor training course.