The Budding Readers Program began serving families in the Marcus Whitman school district community in 2012. More than 205 “bundles” have been delivered to Marcus Whitman families!
Babies, up to 36 months of age in the Marcus Whitman School District can receive a free “bundle of books” along with our Parent Guide, which contains tips about reading to babies and young children. Age-appropriate books for siblings through age 7 are also provided. Look for fliers around town, and at the Gorham Free Library.
Budding Readers also provides a new book annually for each entering UPK and Kindergarten student in the Marcus Whitman district.
The Marcus Whitman Budding Readers Program is currently coordinated by Ruth Freier, Director of the Gorham Free Library.
Want to more about the Marcus Whitman program?
Know a Marcus Whitman baby or expectant mom?
Contact Ruth to receive a free “bundle of books”, or place your request here.
Phone: (585) 526-6655 or
Email: rFreier@pls-net.org
The Marcus Whitman Community Program began in 2012 and serves families who live in the Marcus Whitman School District. The original program was established by Kathy Burke, a retired English teacher from the Marcus Whitman District. The program is now coordinated by Ruth Freier, who is also the Director of the Gorham Free Library.
Babies up to 36 months of age can receive a free “bundle of books” and our Parent Guide, which contains tips for reading to babies and young children. Age-appropriate books for siblings through age 7 are also provided.
Budding Readers also gifts a new book three times each year to each UPK, Kindergarten and First Grade student at Marcus Whitman Elementary School. In addition, each of their teachers is gifted a pack of eight books to use in their classroom.
Want to request a bundle of books? Use this link.
Want to learn more about the Marcus Whitman Program?
Contact Ruth: (585) 526-6655, or
Email: rfreier@owwl.org
Gorham Free Library
2664 NY 245 – Gorham
Hours:
Mon: Noon – 6pm
Tues: 2pm – 8pm
Wed: 9am – 5pm
Thurs: 2pm – 8pm
Fri: Noon – 6pm
Sat: 9am – 1pm
Sun: 2pm – 4pm
There’s always a good book waiting for you!
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the places you will go.”
– Dr. Seuss
