Here’s how you can book your way into a reading program for St. Thomas youngsters.
The Blue Boxes for Books was originally launched by the Investing in Children organization and now Golden K Kiwanis members are managing and growing the program in St. Thomas, explains chair Jack McBride.
McBride adds the program is already up and running in 10 daycare centres in the city.
Getting kids into the habit of reading at an early age opens up a world of possibilities tor them. Especially for youngsters from lower-income families where books may be considered a luxury.
And you can participate by dropping off new or gently used books, advises McBride.
McBride tells myFM the aim is to expand the program this year.
McBride adds they prefer children keep the books to set up their own libraries and re-read their favourite books.
