“Books are the ever-burning lamps of accumulated wisdom.” G. W. Curtis said. And there prevails a Chinese saying, “Reading ten thousand books is like traveling ten thousand miles.” Reading really means a lot to human beings. In 1995, the United Nations educational scientific and cultural organization announced that April 22^nd is set to be the World Reading Day. And today, the theme activity on the Worldwide Reading Day took place in Tanghu Elementary School.

The propaganda slogan of “The more you read, the healthier and braver your spirit will be” could be easily seen on the wall outside the library in the school. The teachers regard reading as a meaningful lifestyle, and the students are encouraged to grow up with good books just like their closest friends.

Books are our best friends. No matter what difficulties you meet with in life, you can turn to them for help and they will never discard you!

                                                                                                              --Translated by Celia.