Recently, twenty members of the Assistance League of Northern Virginia gathered to pack books for summer reading as part of its Literacy for Kids Program. The nonprofit aims to foster a love of reading and help students develop strong literacy skills. Eight schools -- Cora Kelly, Dogwood, Garfield, Loch Lomond, Lynbrook, Pine Spring, Sudley, and Yorkshire -- will receive a total of 1,890 books to stock their Little Libraries with age-appropriate titles for their students in Kindergarten through 6th grade. 

The selection includes classics such as "The Trumpet of the Swan" and "The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler," as well as popular series like "Wings of Fire" and "Puppy Place." Also included was a selection of short biographies featuring American artists and musicians, and historic and sports figures.

To promote good reading habits among the youngest students, Assistance League also provided books for those enrolled in the schools’ Head Start, PreK, and Special Education/VSI programs. Members assembled 386 packages each containing three books for these students. 

With so many good books to choose from, students will be able to maintain their reading skills over the summer!