Reach Out and Read is a national non-profit organization that encourages early literacy and school readiness in pediatric exam rooms nationwide by giving books to children and advice to parents about the importance of reading.
“As a Reach Out and Read site, our office provides books to patients beginning at six months of age,” USA pediatrician Dr. Cindy Sheets said. “We also give advice to parents about the importance of reading, and set out a variety of children’s books in our waiting rooms.”
All university libraries have been taking book donations since April 9, 2012, as part of National Library Week. Friday, April 13, 2012, is the last day to turn in your donations. Please look for the donation boxes at these locations.
If you have any question, or if you would like to schedule a pick up, contact Andrea Wright at awright@bbl.usouthal.edu or (251) 461-1424.
