Worlds of Words is a center on the University of Arizona campus where children can explore global literature. The center is located in the College of Education and its mission is to have children learn more about literacy and the world through books. There is a large collection of about 40,000 books representing many global cultures and in a variety of languages. The center hosts school field trips and tours to help bring global literacy into classrooms. There is also a large number of books that include first-edition collections, signed books, and even original illustrations and artwork.

Worlds of Words hosts two programs, WOW Teen Reading Ambassadors and WOW Middle School Reading Ambassadors. As part of this program, middle and high school students meet together, read books and engage in discussions with the authors of the books. As part of the program, ambassadors are expected to promote reading in their classrooms and school campuses. I am excited to have started my first year as a Middle School Reading Ambassador this year and look forward to meeting published authors!

Right now, there is also a display that is called “Arizona Is a Story” that includes books, art, maps, and much more that shows the history of Arizona. For more information about the Worlds of Words, go to wowlit.org .