Paired with fun activities, these picture books help build skills like fluency, flexibility, elaboration, and originality.

According to Bailey, “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” programs are popular in libraries across the country. ... they are given a voucher for a free book of their choice at Viewpoint.

Athens Drive Library Saturdays from 2:30-4:30pm February 24, March 24, April 28. Duraleigh Library Saturdays from 3-5pm March 10, April 14. Green Road Library ...

Free books about family togetherness, achieving goals, starting kindergarten and more are sent to young children locally and statewide every month — but the program is at risk due to the state ...