How Books Connect Us
We asked our Words Alive community to share how books connect us, especially now as we navigate social distancing and a world in turmoil.
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Lexi, Words Alive graduate and scholar, tells us how books connect us through empathy.
Vanessa, Words Alive 7th and 8th grade teacher, shares how books connect her students.
Melinda, Words Alive volunteer, tells us how books connect us through shared struggles.
Susan, author and Words Alive volunteer, tells us how books connect us all the time.
Caleb, Words Alive volunteer, shares how books connect us with people throughout history.
Ellie, Words Alive ambassador, shares how books connect even the littlest readers.
A Words Alive volunteer created this animated video to show how books connect us.
Helen, Words Alive volunteer, shares how books connect us through sympathy and sharing.
Mary, Words Alive volunteer, shares how books connect us, providing much-needed escape.
Dia, Words Alive graduate and scholar, tells us how books connect her family.
Jeffrey, Words Alive Board Member, shares how books connect us with information.
Elisabeth, Words Alive community partner, shares how books connect us together.
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