Community celebrities will be reading books throughout the day in each of six story tents. Books will be read in English, Spanish, and American sign-language, and every child attending the event will receive a free book. Children and families will also be able to sign-up for library cards at the event by presenting a photo identification plus proof of resident address. Special activities will be offered by local organizations serving children.
The event celebrates the importance of reading to children. Sharing books and stories with children, including infants and toddlers, is an important way of helping children prepare to read. According to experts, families that encourage songs, stories and books at a young age help their children be better students when they enter school years later.
The event will showcase the Ventura Neighborhood for Learning program and the services that it provides for families with young children. Child development and early learning opportunities, as well as family support services and access to health and mental health services, are provided through the VNfL Family Resource Centers and service sites located at Sheridan Way, Will Rogers, EP Foster, ATLAS elementary schools, and Pacific High School.
Contact: Kay Giles Contact: Cathy Puccetti
Phone: 805-701-8984 Phone: 805-641-5000 x1032
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