Joseph Addison once said, “Reading is to the mind what exercise is to
the body.”
On June 21
st, the
New York Juvenile Justice Corps hosted
their 3
rd Annual Kids Book Fair at the Red Hook branch of the
Brooklyn Public Library. Children came from all directions and gathered around
our tables to pick out books to read over the summer. Our JJC members were more
than prepared and greeted every child and parent that passed by our tables
filled with books. The kids looked with awe and wonder as they saw books of
mystery, of adventure, and of their favorite cartoon characters. Kids left the
book fair with smiles on their faces and bags full of books. A 12-year-old at
the book fair said, “My mom is going to be upset that I brought all these books
in the house but, I don’t care, I love to read.” Corps members also gave out
handmade bookmarks with quotes about the importance of reading and tips to
prevent the “Summer Slide.”
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| Corps members gear up to help kids find the perfect summer reading book |
The “Summer Slide” is a slippery slope; it describes the 2 months of learning loss that occurs with children over the summer break. It causes a significant achievement and learning gap that causes children to fall behind on their studies. Our goal is to promote and encourage the excitement of reading and to increase access to age-appropriate books.
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| Corps member Lisa makes a recommendation to a pair of friends |
This could have not been a success without our supporters and partners.
We would like to thank Tymberly Harris of the
Packer Collegiate Institute for
donating all of the amazing books. Thank you to Ronell Jack and Nelson Rivera
and the Red Hook community service crews for their assistance moving the books.
A big thanks to Nate’s Pharmacy
who donated wonderful tote and plastic bags for the youthful readers. Last but
certainly not least, a thank you to the
Red Hook Community Justice Center and
New York Juvenile Justice Corps members
for supporting, organizing, and for
making this amazing day possible.
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more places
you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss,
I Can Read With
My Eyes Closed.
Take a look below for some more photos of the wonderful day!
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