On a recent excursion to the quaint town of Hopewell, NJ, I found a children’s bookstore called The Bear and the Books. Their motto is “Books to grow up with” and I find that to be so true – that the books we read as children become part of our identity (I’m channeling Kathleen Kelly of You’ve Got Mail here). Reading opens our minds, our hearts, and our vision of the world. It changes how we interact with others, and gives us so much to appreciate. People who read notice more about the world around them, and have a greater sense of gratitude. Children who read have the opportunity to escape to a fantasy world free of screens, where they can just be themselves. The Bear and the Books offers a “Bear Mail Books” subscription where the owner, Bobbie Fishman, selects one book per month to send to a child. What a fantastic gift! Check out their website, and if you happen to be nearby, drop in to The Bear and the Books.
