Two schools in Coquitlam are sharing a passion for reading and the community is asked to help.
This week the Me to We Club at Dr. Charles Best secondary is collecting new or gently-used, adolescent fiction and non-fiction books and magazine subscriptions to fill the shelves at a mini library planned for School District 43's alternative high school, Coquitlam Alternative Basic Education school, known as CABE.
"We sent a letter to the principal and asked how we could help. Their building is quite small, they don't have enough room for a whole library but would like a couple of book shelves so we started a book drive," explained organizer Emily Lam.
Donors can drop off the books and magazines at Dr. Charles Best secondary near the office, the Poirier branch of the Coquitlam Public Library and Place des Arts in Coquitlam. Revolving book shelves or wooden book shelves in good condition are also needed.
CABE principal Cindi Seddon said she thought the offer was a great idea and is grateful for the support. Among the books and magazines the teens would like to read are young adult fiction, stories about First Nations people, and real life stories about heroism. As well, magazines about skateboarding and BMX biking would be appreciated.
"We're hoping to capture them [the students} and have a gathering space in the school where they can grab a book and read."
The book drive is slated to go until Monday, May 15 but may be extended. Contact Lam at I[email protected] for more information.
