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

Reading Rainbow is an American half-hour educational children's television series that aired for 155 episodes over 21 seasons on PBS Kids from July 11, 1983 to November 10, 2006, presented by LeVar Burton. | Killer Toys & Games