Tacoma Little Free Libraries visited by TORC the CAT
Making a Difference, One Book at a Time! #SMILESwithTORC
TORC visited a total of 13 Little Free Libraries in Tacoma, Washington State, where he donated 32 books. The first-time finders got a coloring book as a bonus to the matching TORC the CAT children's books.
TORC is the One of a kind CAT, with two book series in work: TORC the CAT discoveries and TORC the CAT short stories.
TORC was rescued in 2009 from an animal shelter in Washington State, USA. His curiosity and his loving nature inspired NONA to create her TORC the CAT character.
Why is TORC donating his books to Little Free Libraries around the country? Because he believes all children from all backgrounds should have easy access to books year-round at home.
Why does having access to even a relatively small set of books seem to make such a big difference? The U.S. Department of Education maintains that independent reading is a widely recognized precursor to:
• Better skills acquisition
• Superior grades
• Desirable life related to income, profession, employment, and other attributes.
“One in four children in Tacoma are living in poverty. Childhood poverty is a significant barrier to social wellbeing and economic opportunity for many.”
Tag @TORCtheCAT in your posts and/or stories if you spot his books and don’t forget to use the #SMILESwithTORC hashtag.
