5 FACTS ABOUT READING THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND

1. Reading is a great stress reliever

Studies show that reading reduces stress by 68%.

2. Reading isn’t everyone’s strongpoint

An estimated 40% of students are considered poor readers.

3. It all adds up

Reading just 20 minutes a day adds up to reading 1,800,000 words per year.

4. The fastest way to build vocabulary

Children learn 4,000–12,000 words every year by reading.

5. Classroom libraries create bookworms

Kids in classrooms without mini-libraries read 50% less than kids with classroom libraries.

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