StoryWalk
StoryWalk® is a fun and educational resource for children and adults to enjoy literacy, physical activity and the outdoors all at the same time. A StoryWalk® is a series of signs featuring sequential spreads from a children’s picture book and as you stroll down the trail, you're directed to the next page in the story. Pages from a book will be mounted on posts in City Park allowing visitors to walk along the path, read the story, and participate in engaging learning activities that build essential literacy skills. Another StoryWalk® is located around the downtown square of Clarinda.
StoryWalk® FAQ's
History of StoryWalk®
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson and developed in cooperation with the Kellogg Hubbard Library and the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Laminated pages from a children's book are attached to wooden stakes, which are installed along an outdoor path.
StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 12 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! They are always received with appreciation.
In order to help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), please maintain social distancing guidelines and recommendations from the CDC that are found here (link is external).
Clarinda Foundation & Clarinda Public Library Foundation Project
Project made possible with funding from the Clarinda Foundation, the Clarinda Public Library Foundation and with support from the Lied Public Library, Clarinda Parks & Recreation and City of Clarinda.
StoryWalk® FAQ's
- Where is StoryWalk®?
Located in City Park. Participants are encouraged to park near the orange playground. Each display is numbered 1-20. Another StoryWalk® is located around the downtown square of Clarinda, starting at Clarinda Family Dentistry on the North side. - How long is StoryWalk®?
StoryWalk® is about .5 of a mile. There are 20 post to be read in total. - How long will StoryWalk® be available?
StoryWalk® at City Park a permanent installation. Books will be changed periodically. - Can I check out the book on display?
Generally the library should have a copy of the book in its collection.
History of StoryWalk®
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson and developed in cooperation with the Kellogg Hubbard Library and the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time. Laminated pages from a children's book are attached to wooden stakes, which are installed along an outdoor path.
StoryWalks® have been installed in 50 states and 12 countries including, Germany, Canada, England, Bermuda, Russia, Malaysia, Pakistan and South Korea! They are always received with appreciation.
In order to help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), please maintain social distancing guidelines and recommendations from the CDC that are found here (link is external).
Clarinda Foundation & Clarinda Public Library Foundation Project
Project made possible with funding from the Clarinda Foundation, the Clarinda Public Library Foundation and with support from the Lied Public Library, Clarinda Parks & Recreation and City of Clarinda.