Posted by: wpbkids on: June 29, 2009
Well, hello good people. The summer reading program at the West Palm Beach Public Library’s KidSpace has just been through its first week. We have five more weeks left, so come sign up for summer reading, win out of this world prizes, and take part in our interactive rooms for elementary age kids and preschoolers!
Wow, there is so much to do this summer! For those of you who love poetry, take part in our poetry contest for a chance to be a winner in Explore Space @Your City Library!
Let the pictures speak for themselves:





Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome!
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 27, 2009
The National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) has joined the commitment with the White House and the Corporation for National & Community Service on their “Summer Education Service Initiative.” This initiative focuses on summer reading loss, as many of the reading gains made during the school year is often lost during the summer.
The NBCDI encourages parents and caregivers to dedicate their time in assisting children with reading. This can be done in many ways:
The Initiative will last for 81 days; from June 22 – September 11, you have an opportunity to do more and get a child’s mind right.
To make a pledge or get additional information, contact moreinfo@nbcdi.org or call 202-833-2220 x6089
At the West Palm Beach Public Library you can check out some great resources for reading encouragement:
The ABC’s of Literacy by Cynthia Dollins
The Kid’s Book Club Book by Judy Gelman
Reading Magic by Mem Fox
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome!
CC photo on left from Flickr user DML East Branch