You hear it all the time— words like foundations, charities, non-profit organizations, and mutual-aid societies. But, what do all of these words really mean? Do they all mean the same thing? Or, is each type of organization different? If you have ever been curious about the differences between these types of organizations, the team atContinue reading “What is a Non-Profit Organization?”
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So Many Books; So Little Storage— Help Our Non-Profit in Chicago, IL
Our Future Reads is a non-profit in Chicago IL, with a simple goal. We want to find a home for every book you donate to us. Thanks to your generous book donations, and the work of so many people who care about our mission, we have been able to collect over 20,000 books! Our inventoryContinue reading “So Many Books; So Little Storage— Help Our Non-Profit in Chicago, IL”
Why Does Reading Build Empathy?
Do you ever wonder— why does reading build empathy in people? It might seem like a simple question with a simple answer. But, like most outwardly simple questions, it might be more nuanced than you initially think. It makes sense that humans build empathy through interpersonal interactions. Spending time with friends and family, learning howContinue reading “Why Does Reading Build Empathy?”
Books to Celebrate Women’s History Month
Throughout the month of March, we celebrate Women of all kinds in their different and individual bodies. To be reminded of the ladies we have around us and in the books we read, here is a list of books that you should read during Women’s History Month. Each book is written by a female authorContinue reading “Books to Celebrate Women’s History Month”
Grammar and Literacy: A Deep Dive
Grammar and literacy go hand in hand. Understanding grammar is the key to unlocking the secrets of the written word. Without a firm grasp on grammar, it is impossible to become literate. In the English speaking world, we place a high emphasis on developing literacy. And for good reason. Being literate can make life easierContinue reading “Grammar and Literacy: A Deep Dive”
A Summary of What We Learned With OFR So Far
Books have always been special to me. I remember going to the library as a middle schooler and beelining to the young adult section in search of my next read. I can still imagine that library so vividly, the arrangement of the books on the shelf, and the excitement of searching through them. I wasContinue reading “A Summary of What We Learned With OFR So Far”
Required Summer Reading: Yay or Nay?
Your back in high school and the clock ticks as the school year ends and Summer begins! Until…your teacher places a list of five books with a bold, capitalized title on top REQUIRED SUMMER READING! It’s a topic discussed every Summer between students, teachers, and parent Facebook forums but all for different reasons. The studentsContinue reading “Required Summer Reading: Yay or Nay?”
A Reflection on the Books I Read In 2021
I’m a bit embarrassed to admit I didn’t read that many books last year, and many of the ones I did read were school assignments. However, the books I read last year underscored the importance of integrating reading into my everyday life and fueled one of my 2022 resolutions: read more books! I love toContinue reading “A Reflection on the Books I Read In 2021”
6 books sure to Kick-start a Teenager’s Reading Habit
If a teenager hasn’t started reading yet, they haven’t found the right book. Listed here are a few books that’ll turn them into avid readers.
The Books I Got For Christmas (And Some Recommendations For Your 2022 Reading List)
I was one of the lucky ones: I got a lot of books for Christmas. Like usual, there wasn’t many gifts I wanted this year, so I instead tasked my relatives with buying me some books. There was a catch, however; I didn’t specify what types or genres of books I wanted. Exhausted by collegeContinue reading “The Books I Got For Christmas (And Some Recommendations For Your 2022 Reading List)”
Our Future Reads 