Local teachers can pick up free books for their classrooms on Saturday, thanks to Reading Heart and CalViva Health,

The event is scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon at the CalViva Health parking lot, 7625 N. Palm Ave.

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How to Register

Last year, more than 24,000 books were distributed. The number of participating teachers is limited to 1,000 and teachers must pre-register at this link.

Organizers say the event’s goal is to empower teachers to create a grade-appropriate library in their classroom. And, a well-stocked classroom library provides students with easy access to
great books, promotes literacy, and develops motivated, engaged readers to become critical thinkers.

Rows full of grade-level appropriate books will be displayed for teachers to choose from. Teens That Care, a youth volunteer organization, will help at the book distribution.