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Children's Reading Programs
Action Plan Participant:  Fall River Public Library

The Fall River Public Library holds summer reading events and other special programs throughout the year to encourage youngsters to read over the summer months. This is part of an ongoing effort on the part of the library to foster literacy and to get parents involved in teaching reading skills to their children. All of the programs are provided free of charge to local children; some of the costs of the programs are raised through charitable contributions.

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4, B)   Alternative programs including tutoring, drop-out prevention & after-school programs

Goal:

To increase children’s interest in reading and their skills and confidence.

Method(s):

Providing periodic programs for children that encourage reading.

Ongoing

How citizens can  get involved:

Call David Mello at 508-324-2700 to explore volunteer opportunities.

David Mello, Children’s Librarian or Keith Stavely, Library Director, at 508-324-2700.