Gilbert Police Officer Levi Leyba has written eight bilingual children s fiction books that portray historical figures, such as Amelia Earhart and Benjamin Franklin, as youngsters.
A Gilbert cop is penning books in an effort to close the literacy gap for elementary school students who come from homes where Spanish is primarily spoken.
On Tuesday, Gilbert Police Officer Levi Leyba showcased his love for reading at three Title I elementary schools within the Gilbert Unified School District.