Dear Explorers,

There’s a huge world out there beyond our own lives. We’re only one of the hundred billion (or so) humans who have existed on the world. It’s important that we try to see the world from some of these other perspectives.

Reading widely is one way we can do this. Not only can books expose us to different histories, cultures, and ways of life, but I think the act of reading–seeing the world from another’s point of view–builds empathy.

So look at your book stack. Are you reading widely? Are you exploring the wide world?

Sincerely,

Mr. Heimbuck