reading {&you}

this last semester, i was in a public speaking class that required us to give a persuasive speech of our own choosing. and what do you think i picked? that right, 'why you should be reading!' and would you like to know what i found while researching this, well you don't really have a choice because I'm telling you anyways... ready, set, go:

1. reading actually lowers your stress levels quicker tun anything else. 

2. reading boosts creativity in children and young adults.

3. reading can help with spelling and vocabulary skills, as well as comprehension abilities. (this is one reason why it is a good idea to get your children reading.)

4. reading can boost your empathy and put you in a better mood. (it is also proven that these 'better moods' will last longer because books will leave you feeling like you have been impacted in some way. i mean look at me, i still can't get over Divergent. )

these were just a few of the things i found, but don't they make you think "hmm..i really should be reading!"  i mean thats how i feel. and thats how you should feel because it true! i can guarantee that books are the reason why i have always succeeded in my english classes. reading is a stimulant to the brain, just like our bodies, our brains need a workout and that what reading is. 

this is where i present my challenge to you

thats right, i challenge you...i challenge you to read at least five books this summer. seem hard? well its really not. you don't have to choose GIANT books, but i don't want you choosing Green Eggs and Ham either. choose something that will interest you. something that will grab your attention and leave you hooked. something that will make you cry, laugh, scream, anything. because i know that if you read, you won't regret it!

"but what if i don't know what to read? how am i supposed to read then?" well, luckily for you, i have read a plethora of books in my lifetime. (i really just love that word right now.) throughout this next week or so, i will be posting several different reading lists of books i recommend for kids, adults, and everyone in-between. plus, ill still be posting the reviews of the books i am currently reading!

ally

ps. don't forget to check out my personal reading list that i posted a while back, if you feel as if you can't wait any longer, check there and I'm sure you will find a book!