Cordell Hull Lake Unveils Storybook Trails And Dock
Cordell Hull Lake is expanding its recreational and educational offerings with the opening of three new storybook trails and a new courtesy dock at Veterans Park. Cordell Hull Lake Representative Kenny Claywell said the storybook trail project was completed through a partnership involving the Friends of Cordell Hull Lake, the Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation and […]
Gainesboro Imagination Library Seeks Renewed Funding
The Gainesboro Board of Mayor and Aldermen discussed renewing a $1,000 annual grant for the Jackson County chapter of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Imagination Library Board Member John Deane said the organization is seeking a renewal of the funding after the previous three-year grant agreement concluded. Deane said the local chapter has seen significant […]
Two Storybook Trails Opening in Fentress Wednesday
Two Fentress County Storybook Trails will be unveiled at ribbon cutting ceremonies Wednesday. Reading Ambassador Brittany Swafford helped organize the storybook trails. Swafford said a storybook trail is a park trail decorated with pages of a book, mixed with activities for kids. Swafford said the trail offers a great way to expose kids to nature […]
Van Buren Imagination Library Searching For Additional Funding
The Van Buren County Imagination Library is looking for ways to raise additional funds so they can continue to promote reading to young children. Board Co-Chair Elsie Blaylock said the library currently relies on donations and fundraising events to operate. Blaylock said they are also searching for sponsors for the library from within the community. […]
Jackson Co Imagination Library Sees Big Turn Around After New Board
The Jackson County Imagination Library has experienced significant growth in its program since restructuring its board. Chairman John Deane said only 30 percent of eligible children participated in the program at the beginning of the year. Deane said now 75 percent of children in the county take advantage. “I give a lot of credit to […]
Warren County Young Woman Wins Miss Iris Tennessee Teen Volunteer Title
A young woman from Warren County was just named Miss Iris Tennessee Teen Volunteer. Mary Humphrey said that winning the title means a lot to her, because it will allow her to continue work on her platform focusing on children’s literacy. “My biggest initiative is raising funds for the Imagination Library and similar programs that […]
Daily Reading Is Key To Child Development
While teaching remains outside the classroom, one of the most important roles parents can play in education is reading. White County Library Director Cathy Farley said parents should make a set schedule and choose books that are on the same level as the child. “The biggest thing to help parents is to be consistent,” Farley […]
