53K views · 3.9K reactions | This week in 1983, “Reading Rainbow” made its national debut on PBS. Hosted by LeVar Burton, the program was geared toward fostering a love of reading to children everywhere. During its 26-year run, the show won over 250 awards, including 25 Emmys. We don’t know about you, but when we see a butterfly in the sky, we remember we can go anywhere. | AARP | Facebook

15K views · 1K reactions | Reading Rainbow first aired on PBS KIDS on June 6, 1983, making today our 40th Anniversary!  We can't believe it, here's to many more years of celebrating the power of reading and imagination with you!  | Reading Rainbow | Facebook

9.2K views · 146 reactions | More than a decade after Reading Rainbow went off the air, a new, interactive version of the show is returning to teach kids about reading with music — featuring a diverse cast of actors: "It's been a long time coming." https://cbsn.ws/3HLKtN4 | CBS Mornings | Facebook