Experts Are Sounding the Alarm—Why the Reading Crisis Matters!

We are witnessing a catastrophic decline in reading ability across all ages in North America, but especially among youth. A recent article by Beth McMurtrie in the Chronicle of Higher Education, published May 24, 2024, issued a stark warning to nations like Canada and the United States. It was entitled, "Is This the End of Reading?" The article identified a problem that, if not addressed, threatens not only the economic future of our society but also the concept of freedom and free thinking. This one activity, more than any other, enhances our ability to concentrate, learn and reason.