Monday, December 16, 2013

Giving for Good: Literary Charities and Last Minute Gift Ideas

The holiday season is coming, and in the spirit of giving here are a couple of charities that center around books, literacy and learning.

World Book Night  is a charity that gives books to people who don't normally read. You can donate money or volunteer to hand out books! Check out their books for 2014, there are some great ones, especially "The Zookeepers Wife".

United Through Reading  is a charity that basically records overseas servicemen and women reading a storybook and then the recording is sent to their children so they can read along with the recording of their family member and feel close to them. I mean, really. Heartstrings officially tugged.

Read is Fundamental  is a charity that helps get books to kids in lots of different ways. So many kids living in poverty have no books to call their own.They distribute books, encourage families to read together and help children with disabilities get books that are accessible to them. Their website is also adorable, love the little book birdie!

Of course, your local library system can always use your support!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you are looking for a last minute gift for the bookworm in your life, here are some suggestions. Be sure to check about shipping times, some gifts won't make it by Christmas.(But the right gift is worth it, right?)

"I read dead people" decal


I read dead people. - Vinyl Wall Art - FREE Shipping - Literature Fun



Mary Shelley Quote Art

Frankenstein, Mary Shelley, Wall Art Typography Print, Quote Print, Steampunk Decor, Inspirational Art, Literary Art, Literature Poster


Bookshelf iphone case

iPhone 4 case, iPhone 4s case, Bookshelf iPhone 4 4s protective case, iPhone 4 cover, iPhone 4S cover, iphone decal, accesories, Mac decal

Library due date tshirt

Library Due Date Card Graphic T-shirt - Fun and Unique Gift For Your Favorite Book Lover! - Personalize It!

Hamlet journal

Reading Diary, Journal or Organizer  with Shakespeare Quote, keep track of what you read. For book lovers. Ready to Ship

Friends don't let friends dog ear pages

Terry Pratchett bookmark

TRAVEL Quote Wood Bookmark (for personalization, please see our other listing!)

Mustache Whale

Illustrated Bookmark : Whale Bookclip

Hold My Spot

Hand Stamped Copper Bookmark - Hold My Spot -






No comments:

Post a Comment

Thank you so much for your comment. I'd love to talk books with you!