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National Read a Book Day on Sept. 6 is the perfect day to escape into your favorite book and get lost in the pages! This holiday has been around since the early 2000s, and celebrates reading of all kinds; from novels to poetry, biographies to children's books. Whether you prefer physical copies or digital downloads, there's something for everyone on this special day. So grab your favorite novel or pick up one you’ve never read before – it’s time to celebrate National Read a Book Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1450s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Printing Press</div><div class='timeline-text'>Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press, allowing books to be produced more easily and making them more accessible to the general public.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Beginning of Public Libraries</div><div class='timeline-text'>Public libraries started to become common, promoting the habit of reading among people of all ages and backgrounds.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Paperbacks</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Penguin paperbacks were published, making books even more affordable and portable.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Project Gutenberg</div><div class='timeline-text'>Project Gutenberg was launched, becoming the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Kindle</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amazon introduced the Kindle e-reader, revolutionizing the way people read and access books.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Early 2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Read a Book Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday, National Read a Book Day, was established to encourage reading among people of all ages.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a book in a new place</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether it's the beach, a park, or your own backyard, pick a new place to read. Enjoy the fresh air and scenery while you get lost in a book.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a book club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for snacks and discuss your favorite books. Compare notes on characters, plot lines, and writing styles.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a book list</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Brainstorm all the books you'd like to read this year - classics, best sellers, self help - the possibilities are endless. Make sure to check them off as you finish each one.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local bookstore</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support your local bookstore and explore the different titles they have to offer. Ask an employee for suggestions to find something new.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to a library</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to your local library and find some hidden gems among the stacks. You never know what kind of books you'll discover!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reading develops critical thinking skills</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By reading, we gain the opportunity to think critically and expand our knowledge on a variety of topics. Reading also helps stimulate and engage our imagination, allowing us to explore beyond the physical world and discover new possibilities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It expands our vocabulary</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Reading teaches us new words and phrases that will help us express ourselves more effectively. Reading can also introduce us to different dialects and unfamiliar words that may broaden our linguistic repertoire and increase our cultural awareness.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages imaginative play & discussion</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Inspired by stories found in literature, children can express their creativity through imaginative play which helps develop their fine motor skills. Books also provide a great starting point for meaningful conversation between children and adults alike, introducing meaningful topics such as race, gender, values, etc.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-title-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class="facts-title">National Read a Book Day Aligns with International Literacy Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>The holiday is celebrated just two days before International Literacy Day on September 8th, drawing attention to the global necessity of literacy and education.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-title-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class="facts-title">Reading Generates Empathy</h3><p class='facts-content'>Scientific studies suggest that reading fiction can increase empathy in readers, enabling them to understand and share feelings of others better, thus fostering compassion and understanding in real life.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-title-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class="facts-title">Reading at a Rate of 200 Words Per Minute Amounts to 1.4 Books a Week</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to Medium, an average reader reads at a speed of 200 words per minute. If someone reads for an hour every day, they could finish around 1.4 books per week depending on their lengths.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-title-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class="facts-title">Harry Potter Series Holds the Record for the Highest-Selling Book Collection</h3><p class='facts-content'>The iconic Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling have sold over 500 million copies worldwide, making them the highest-selling book collection ever.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-title-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class="facts-title">Bookworms Tend to Live Longer</h3><p class='facts-content'>Research by Yale University School of Public Health suggests that those who read books for 30 minutes daily live an average of two years longer than those who do not read at all.</p></div></div>
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