First Book and Interbake foods successfully launched a new program today in conjunction with Costco to get more books into the hands of children. The Mayor and I came to read with the children today and watch a wonderful program they had planned for us. Since the conception of First Book in Alaska we have put over 65,000 books in the hands of children who may not otherwise receive books for a variety of reasons. Since 1992 First book National has put over 60 million books in the hand of children in need. Some recent data shows that in lower income areas the ratio could be as low as 1 book per 300 children . Studies have shown and continue to show that access to a wide variety of reading material is essential if a child is to develop into a strong reader. This program is one of the most amazing groups I belong to and am always amazed at the difference one book can make.
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