Sirena and the San Marcos Public Library kindle a lifelong love of reading
In a time of declining literacy rates among adults, being a lifelong reader is a key not only to success but to deep, personal fulfillment. Reading not only improves a person’s critical thinking skills, it also deepens empathy and broadens a sense of curiosity about the world.
Most people who profess to being lifelong readers will tell you that they acquired that love during childhood. Sometimes the love of books gets passed down from a parent or family member. Sometimes it’s a teacher who kindled that fire. And sometimes — especially here in San Marcos — it’s a mermaid.
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