Read Hour is a Finnish campaign by The Children and Youth Foundation, with the mission to inspire children and teenagers to read on the UN Literacy Day, 8th of September. On that day, Finnish people are encouraged to take part in Read Hour between the hours of 7 and 8 PM. This year, Read Hour focuses on literature with the message of peace and friendship. There are many Read Hour events around Finland, in museums, libraries and virtual ones as well. The president of Finland, Sauli Niinistö, is the patron of the 2022 Read Hour campaign.

At Martinex, we want to encourage children to read every day of the year. With these ABC products, you can be inspired to pick up a book everyday!