While it's not widely known, for the last several years, libraries across the globe have been hosting "Stuffed Animal Sleepovers" in the children's section to encourage an early love of reading. And ...

Book-loving children who like to visit with animals got a double treat recently when The Society of the Four Arts again invited families to its annual Preschool Story Time American Farmer Day. Four ...

Humane Society volunteer Karen Long holds Butters while listening to Ellie Davinsizer at the Bellwood-Antis Public Library Paws 2 Read event in March 2025. Courtesy photo With all ears, animals are ...

Lakeland students received free books, reading support and literacy activities during a family event at IDEA Lakeland.