Katy student creates “little library” in the wake of KISD book ban
Ten-year-old Annie Wallace loves to read and looks forward to the school’s Texas Bluebonnet book program each year. This year, the Katy ISD school board will not allow her access to these books at school.
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Katy student creates “little library” in the wake of KISD book ban
Ten-year-old Annie Wallace loves to read and looks forward to the school’s Texas Bluebonnet book program each year. This year, the Katy ISD school board will not allow her access to these books at school.
“The Bluebonnet books, and all other new books, are in ‘book jail’ with no clear time for release,” said Nancy Wallace, who is Annie’s mom. “My daughter decided she wanted to do something about this. She imagined a library at our house where the Bluebonnet books and any kid books could be shared with friends and kids who want to read.”
“She asked me to purchase the books, and she created a shelf for our porch,” Wallace continued. “She stocked it with books she’s read and wants to share, and we put a post in our neighborhood Facebook page inviting customers. Books are free and we encourage kids to ‘take one and share one.’”
The Katy Elementary School student started the program on August 29th and so far, the response from the neighborhood in Pine Lakes has been positive, said Wallace.
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