Tracey Thomas

A passion for literature was sparked in my earliest years.

Every weekend, I excitedly ventured with my mom and Grammy to Borders book store for fresh pages and Italian sodas over ice. It was a beloved ritual for us, and it made me a book collector. I was obsessed with every popular series, and I had to have every book in the collection.

I spent most of my childhood exploring our home library, reading everything from encyclopedias to novels and biographies. It was a treat to have that at my disposal whenever I wanted to see the world through a different lens. It reminds me of why reading is so critical to a young person's developing mind. Books open doors to unique possibilities and help us explore unconventional perspectives.

As an educator in the corporate world, I use digital technology to share the joy of learning with the brightest minds of our time. Technology, in particular, has opened up a world of opportunities for learners; the web is a real-time library that's always available.