Top Illinois librarian urges families to turn off TV to read
Posted November 15, 2017 6:00 am
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) - Illinois' top librarian wants families to turn off the TV and other gadgets and read together.
Secretary of State Jesse White, who serves as the state librarian, announced that Thursday is Illinois' annual Family Reading Night . Free events are being held at several libraries statewide, including in Addison, Carbondale, Mahomet and Mt. Morris.
White says families also can participate in their own homes. He says reading together "creates a positive learning environment and helps children develop language skills, comprehension and a love for reading that can last a lifetime."
This marks the 26th year the Secretary of State's office has sponsored Family Reading Night.
Article Comments
Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked.
If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.