The library provides two options for kids and teens under the age of 17, they can obtain a standard library card, which requires a parent or guardian’s signature, or they can sign up for a kid card. Rosie bridges that gap while Ryan, Stephanie and other specialists provide encouragement, expertise and a customized collection to each visit.Ī selection of materials available aboard RosieĪboard Rosie, the Ready to Read Corp’s bookmobile, grown up and kids alike are invited to sign up for a library card. For many citizens, if no transportation to the library exists, they can’t go. The Ready to Read Corps also visits job and family services welcome centers, food pantries, WIC offices and pediatric centers where at risk families spend significant time. CML’s Ryan Agnew discussing some good choices based on a patron’s needs. Visiting roughly 200 homes a month and serving 500-800 families a year, Rosie, Ryan Agnew, Stephanie Burley and the Ready to Read team are changing lives. We adore CML’s colorful and inviting Ready to Read bookmobile, lovingly named Rosie. Meet Rosie, Columbus Metropolitan Library Read to Read’s Bookmobile He became a Ready to Read Corps member in 2013 and is passionate about his role in supporting disadvantaged families with babies, toddlers and preschoolers to be their children’s “first teachers” of foundational literacy skills. Ryan, an accomplished artist, has taught at Ohio State and Ohio Dominican Universities and joined Columbus Metropolitan Library in 2008. She enjoys the fast-paced, challenging, and fun nature of the work. Stephanie, a doctor of English literature and former Peace Corp volunteer, has been with CML since 2008 as a customer service representative, youth service specialist and most recently, Ready to Read specialist. They manage the bookmobile, provide home visits and develop lessons and best practices for storytime and programming. Stephanie and Ryan serve children and families in the community through outreach to help ensure kindergarten readiness through literacy. Ryan Agnew and Stephanie Burley are two of the amazing members of the Columbus Metropolitan Library’s Ready to Read Corps. In the meantime, please enjoy this wonderful video illustrating how Ready to Read helps create a foundation for a successful life. Every day at noon, we will add a new facet to this feature. We are honored to bring you their story during National Library Week. The impact is astounding and transformative. Graduates of the Ready to Read program, Anna and Kev, enjoy listening to their dad read aloud.Ĭolumbus Metropolitan Library‘s Ready to Read Corps, part of the library’s young minds strategic focus to encourage learning and growth, prepares some of Columbus’ most at risk youth for success in kindergarten.īy engaging not just children but entire communities, the Ready to Read Corps encourages families when they are faced with an array of challenges and affirms they are not alone.
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