Moberly observes Week of the Young Child

It began with a parade downtown, a proclamation and some fun activities for children of all ages.

Week of the Young Child was officially designated through a proclamation presented by Mayor Don Burton. the time is set aside to raise awareness for the need of providing high quality learning opportunities for children in their earliest years.

Julie Douglas of the Missouri Humanities Council located in St. Louis, presented Mayor Burton with a plaque signifying the Read First grant. Only 10 communities are eligible to receive this award and this was the second year for Moberly to get the honor.

A bounce house and mini train rides were available for the children following the presentation. Representatives from Scholastic came with 400 children’s books to give away.

Mayor Don Burton receives the ReadFirst! plaque from Julie douglas, right, Missouri Humanities council, recognizing the job Moberly does to coordinate community organizations to involve parents in reading to young children. At center is Debbie Magers, coordinator for the local Week of the Young Child event.

Photos of the event can be found in the Mirror photo gallery in the Young Child album.