"The more that you read, the more things you will know.
                   The more you learn, the more places you'll go."

                                                                   - Dr. Seuss, "I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!"

The National Year of Reading is a year-long celebration of reading in all its forms and is being run by the Department for Children, Schools and Families. Campaigns and activities throughout the year will inspire everyone to read more, with a focus on reluctant readers, those with low confidence, and boys and dads.

Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families Ed Balls, said: “I want every school, college, library and employer to pledge to join in with the Year of Reading... If local communities, authors, broadcasters, celebrities and employers come on board we can really bring about a long-term change in the nation’s attitudes to reading. Books are at the heart of the Year’s activities but all reading ‘counts’. Newspapers, magazines, poetry, song lyrics, screenplays and blogs will all feature as part of the Year’s activities."

How can I be a part of it?

• Take a look at the National Year of Reading website - click on the link in the right hand panel - and sign up to make your reading pledge for the year!
• Have a look at our Year of Reading highlights and come along to our special events and activities.
• Check out how the Devon Schools Library Service are taking part via the link in the right hand column.
• Visit the Cyberlibrary for comprehensive links to recommended website about books and reading (and many other things!)
• Join the library! Membership is free and the rewards are priceless.
• ..and above all, enjoy your reading, whether it's books or newspapers, online or on-the-page, Hemmingway or Heat!

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