National Family Literacy Day - Today is all about education and family education is in the hot seat. I’ve expressed my thoughts on illiteracy, and since the last time we talked about an issue like this, hopefully you were inspired to take it upon yourself to help people or children you know to read. Or perhaps you donated to a charity that supports and funds literacy programs in developing countries. Regardless, whether you know tons about this issue or don’t have a clue, it’s an important issue worth celebrating. Put yourself in a little kid’s shoes. They come home from school seeking homework help from their parents only to find their parents are illiterate. Often times, people choose not to talk about illiteracy because they’re embarrassed. Some people can go on for years before others around them know they have an issue. Today on National Family Literacy Day, check out Current Catalog for ways to get the whole family involved in learning and reading. Save 10% on discount Sesame Street book sets and Thomas and Friends books on orders of $50 or more when you use Current Catalog coupons.

National Authors Day - Have you ever wanted to write a book? Well, it’s hard work and requires tons of dedication. You first need an idea or topic…the book can’t be about nothing in particular. Actually maybe it can and still be a hit, except where would people find it in the bookstore? Last time I checked there was no section called “Miscellaneous.” It would be impossible for me to start writing a book and then have to stick to it for months and months. Some authors don’t finish books for years! I would totally lose track of the story line and would change my mind about it mid way. Nonetheless, I give total credit to authors because without them, what would we be reading? We would be so uneducated and uninformed. On National Authors Day, you should pick up a book at Indigo Books & Music for less by your favorite author. My favorite author right now is Nicholas Sparks. Use Indigo Books & Music coupons and save 34% on discount Nicholas Sparks, Dan Brown and Danielle Steel book titles $25 or more.



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