![]() ![]() Flexing reading muscles has been proven to reduce stress and improve memory, focus, and concentration. Literacy skills are put into practice daily: reading grocery lists, Facebook newsfeeds, newspapers, traffic signs, maps, and restaurant menus. The Library System aims to create enthusiasm for reading in people of all ages and encourage friendly competitions between communities, businesses, or public services to help spread the word about the challenge and the importance of reading. ![]() You can use #Readfor15TNRD on Facebook and Twitter, or email the Library System at You can also stop by your local TNRD library. After you finish reading your chosen material for 15 minutes, let the TNRD Library System know. ![]() Last year, with almost 3,400 people reporting in, the TNRD Library System placed fifth in the country for most participants. Libraries across Canada will be encouraging everyone to read for 15 minutes to promote the importance of literacy in the community, and to win the coveted title of most “readerly” community in Canada. The TNRD Library System is once again taking part in the “Read for 15” challenge on January 26 and 27 as part of Family Literacy Day, with all participants entered into a draw for a Chapters gift card. ![]()
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