The Bilingual Book Walk Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place at 10:30 a.m. and will be led by Councilman Rusty Streetman, IOP Residents Tom and Mimi Wood, and the IOP Recreation Center Staff. The IOP Recreation Center Bilingual Book Walk is an engaging and educational activity that transforms children’s books into a series of outdoor, large-scale, beautifully illustrated panels, placed along a walking route. It is designed to encourage reading, multi-culturalism, and outdoor physical activities for children and families. The stories featured at the IOP Recreation Center will change every two months.
In celebration of Earth Day, the first story featured is TREE HUGS, by Caratozzolo, Marcela, and Mastrogiullio, Eva. It is environmentally focused on ecosystems, particularly the importance of trees.
ABOUT THE BOOK
After a friendly hug in the park, Lupita and Roberto discover that trees are full of life. Its branches with abundant leaves protect us and give us shade and oxygen. Trees are also the home of multiple ecosystems, supporting various kinds of animals, plants, and insects. Lupita and Roberto’s discovery will change their perspective on trees forever.
