What am I reading now? Lexi’s Magic Clothes by Margy Reid
First Book Canada
The holiday season is upon us. And we all know what that means: Shopping. Thus, comes the inevitable pressure to find the perfect gift for every person on your list. However, this season is shaping up to look a little different, especially since a majority of Canadians feel that the season has become synonymous with consumerism.
If you are one of those Canadians that is searching for an alternative, consider First Book Canada. The mission of First Book Canada is “to see that all children, regardless of their economic conditions, can achieve more in school and in life through access to an ongoing supply of new books.” To date, First Book (Canada) has donated 85 million books to children across the United States and Canada.
The organization lists price as the #1 barrier to book ownership. As an avid reader myself, I know all too well how expensive books can be. However, a donation of just “$10 = 5 new books for children in need.” Now, when’s the last time you got that much bang for your buck?
Whether you celebrate Chanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa or are simply in the giving spirit head on over to First Book Canada. What can be better than giving the gift of reading this festive season?
