Kern Literacy Council gave students free books to take home for the summer to inspire lifelong readers. 23ABC's Grace Laverriere and Priscilla Lara read to the students while they chose books.
A book vending machine has recently made its way to Delano, aimed to help improve literacy rates among younger students. Since its grand opening, 40 students have received a free book.
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