The One Book That Changes Everything

I found it difficult to answer this question at first because I don’t remember a book that ‘changed my life.’ However, it made me think of the books that played a significant role in shaping my love for reading, particularly those read to me by my Nana. She lived with us from the time I was born, helping my mom raise me and my siblings after my father’s brain injury. When I was six, we moved from Calgary to B.C., but I can vividly recall the cherished moments of reading stories with her at night before bed. One story that stands out in my memory is ‘Come Over to My House’ by Theo. LeSieg, Dr. Seuss, First Printing. I would eagerly ask my Nana to read it to me, and those moments hold a special place in my heart.

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/1403439400/come-over-to-my-house-by-theo-lesieg-dr

This book features children from different ethnic backgrounds inviting each other to their homes. It celebrates diversity and inclusion.

I said earlier my Nana changed reading for me because she also worked with me on the program Hooked on Phonics. I am not sure if the program was bought for me or my siblings, but I know my Nana and I would do this together all the time.

Please enjoy this nostalgic video from the 90’s briefly explaining the program.

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1282765001914828

https://www.reddit.com/r/nostalgia/comments/ybv441/hooked_on_phonics_worked_for_me_1991/

Hooked on Phonics still runs today, but they have changed their ways from cassette tapes 😉