Why Reading Matters

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to know a little about everything? Often, the answer is simple: they read.

Reading does three important things for us. First, it builds our vocabulary, because we see new words used in real sentences.

Second, it improves our focus, since finishing a chapter requires sustained attention.

Third, it opens our minds to ideas and places we may never visit ourselves.

You don't need to read for hours — even fifteen minutes a day adds up to more than ninety hours a year.

So pick up a book today, and give your mind a chance to grow.