The “Reading as a Gift” initiative joins forces with the Quebec book purchase movement
How can Quebec authors shine while giving children from underprivileged backgrounds a taste for reading and dreaming? It is possible this year since two approaches are united: the movement “August 12, I buy a Quebec book” and that of “Reading as a gift”.
The August 12 movement has rallied the population of Quebec in recent years: so why not take the opportunity of all these people who come to bookstores that day to suggest that they buy a book for a young person at the same time? ‘a disadvantaged environment? asks Mrs Corbo.Booksellers’ group apologizes, republishes post outlining Quebec premier’s top reads
Salomé Corbo, who became known to the public in particular with her character of Caroline in Unit 9, has been the spokesperson for “Reading as a gift” for several years. She had the opportunity to see children from 0 to 12 years old receive a book, which they look at as we do with a precious object, she said.
“It’s nice to see their interests arise thanks to a book. We want to become Nadia Comaneci. We want to become a geologist,” launches the actress in a cheerful tone.It is important to sow the seed of literacy very, very early, she says. It encourages donors not to forget the 0 to 5 year olds who can also benefit from it.How many books does the Foundation want to collect? “I wish there were … more than 100,000!” She exclaims, laughing.