Collecting Books for Ghana Library Starting Feb 3
Department(s):
George C. Gordon LibraryDonate children's books to benefit the cultivation of a library in Akyem Dwenase, Ghana.
Drop off of books at the Campus Center near Dunkin Donuts.
Open PDF: Ghana Library Book Drive.pdf
Contact: gr-iqpghanalibrary@wpi.edu
This library will serve to provide enjoyment and knowledge to the youth of the village.
New or gently used children's books
Preschool-3rd Grade Reading Levels
What We're Looking For:
Relatable
Books should not focus too heavily on American culture and customs.
Books should present topics that are universal.
We are looking to collect books that children in Dwenase can relate to or learn from. These books might include topics that are relevant to them or activities that they can relate to.
Interactive
We would like books with artistic fun elements to them as well.
We would like books that are easy to read with very simple sentences.
Books with pop-up elements, scratch and sniff, and other exciting elements.
Reading Level
Books shouldn't be so word heavy but should include pictures in the story.
Books with simple easy to read sentences.
Books shouldn't contain chapters
Educational DVDs are also appreciated