As a small child my parents encouraged me to practice reading and to developing an understanding and appreciation of books. I love to read. How about you?
Same here. I believe if more people read books society would be better off.
It certainly would. Reading, with its allowing us to learn our language, communicate and share ideas would open up so many peoples' worlds!
Absolutely. What percentage of people know how to read today? 
Not sure, but I know many developing countries are teaching more children to read - it allows readers to escape and to produce their own writings.