Abstract
Reading is a complex system of operation involving the eyes, the brain, the nervous system and even the ears. It is an intensive process to which the eye quickly moves to assimilate text. This paper discusses the role of community on avid reading and community, based support for education. It also highlights on the services of the community school to the community. Recommendations are also made which includes: Teachers should be encouraged to assist the community in matters to which their training and education are relevant; Teachers should be equipped with new skills; A conducive learning environment should be provided in the community and sons and daughters of the community be encouraged to build standards schools and librarian stocked with relevant reading materials.