Reading by Willa

Everybody has something that makes them happy, friends, family, food, school, or whatever your heart desires. Everybody longs for happiness, and everybody wants to go on the adventure of a lifetime. Something that I believe has been lost in today’s society is the beauty of reading. Of course people read everyday, on signs, social media posts, and at school. But, I believe that the feeling of picking up a new book, the crisp pages in your hand, and the anticipation of a new adventure tops every other feeling. Most kids today don’t like reading, but with the right book everybody can go on the adventure of a lifetime, getting swept into another world, and meeting characters that seem so real. I think that many kids today hate reading because they have not found the right book yet. If you read 20 minutes a day you will be exposed to 1.8 million words per year. Reading 20 minutes a day can build your empathy towards others, and affect your mental health positively. Reading a good book is an escape outlet from reality, and in my opinion it is a healthy coping mechanism. Books are so fun, because you can find a book about any topic, and at any reading level. Many kids here at ESMS write great book reviews that are posted everywhere such as google classrooms, and on our school newspaper. Our school library, and our public library are filled with about every single book you can imagine, and there are many great reading apps. So I believe that books are good for mental health, and are a lost gem in today’s society.