Drop Everything And Read (DEAR)
What is "Drop Everything And Read?"
The below video is 53 seconds long.
Why read for 30 minutes?
The Reading Agency has made extensive research on the topic of reading. The 2015 report on the benefits of reading and the 2024 state of the nation can be downloaded at the bottom of this page.
Proven power of reading
- An online poll of over four thousand people from a representative sample in the UK revealed that regular readers for pleasure reported fewer feelings of stress and depression than non-readers, and stronger feelings of relaxation from reading than from watching television or engaging with technology intensive activities.
- Studies have shown that those who read for pleasure have higher levels of self-esteem and a greater ability to cope with difficult situations. Reading for pleasure was also associated with better sleeping patterns.
- Adults who read for just 30 minutes a week are 20% more likely to report greater life satisfaction.
Feedback from our sessions
Enjoyable and informative. Well worth the 30 minutes out of a busy day. - Topic Black History Month
Thank you and the team for the sessions, felt less stressed coming away! - Topic International Cat Day
I really enjoyed the session. Who would have thought we could delve into a topic as much as we did just by thinking about and discussing the questions asked about the paragraphs that we read. It was lovely to hear everyone's opinions. The presentation was fabulous as was the presenter. Really looking forward to the next one. So nice to take a breather from work and getting chance to speak to each other in a calm and friendly environment. - Topic "Kindness"
The session I attended was very well put together and presented with a relaxed approach. A good, engaging session, in which participation was encouraged. Enjoyable and I'd recommend library events like this to all staff. - Topic Roald Dahl day
Upcoming DEAR sessions
| Date | Time | Location | Theme |
| Friday 13th December | 10.30-11am | IT Suite, Library | Christmas |
| Monday 20th January 2025 | 10.30-11am | IT Suite, Library | Edgar Allen Poe Day |
| Monday 27th January 2025 | 10.30-11am | Microsoft Teams | Holocaust Memorial Day |
| Monday 27th January 2025 | 2.30-3pm | IT Suite, Library | Holocaust Memorial Day |
| Monday 3rd February 2025 | 10.30-11am | IT Suite, Library | Race Equality Week |
| Monday 17th February 2025 | 10.30-11am | IT Suite, Library | Galentines/Palentines Day |
If you would like to attend a session please email wuth.library@nhs.net so we can send you a calendar invite.
Cannot make the session? Did you know the Library team can bring the session to your department/offer a virtual session - email the team if this would be of interest.
