Great minds through the ages have centered on the importance for young minds of reading good books. Here’s a brief sampling: “A foundation of knowledge must be laid by reading.” Samuel Johnson “The habit of reading established early in life cannot fail to develop young people into intelligent, useful citizens.” William Thayer “There is more treasure in books than in all the pirates’ loot on Treasure Island.” Walt Disney Books young people read will affect their mental acuity and their…..