The Rayville Junior High School Library Club is celebrating National Book Month and National Reading Day by promoting the joy of reading and the importance of books in students’ lives.
The club’s mission is to foster a love of reading, encourage critical thinking and build a strong community of readers within the school. As part of the monthlong celebration, members are participating in a book study of Watson Goes to Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis.
During meetings, students take part in the club’s “Talk About Books” discussions, where they answer guided reading questions, share their thoughts and explore the book’s themes and messages. Members also review library articles that highlight the value of reading and how books can transport readers to new worlds filled with adventure, lessons and fresh perspectives.
“Our library club always looks forward to celebrating this special month,” said Torrie Britton, reading and library teacher. “We look forward to reading more books and discovering new stories together.”
Library club members are La’Darius Doublin, Thurston Seaberry, Jeremy Robinson, Kadrielle White, Zy’Tavious Griffin, Amariah Holmes, Ari Hill, Malik Gaskew, Znyiah Keys, Quen’Terria Bias, Aaliyah Miles, Chalen Ricks, Demarion Fletcher, Jasmine Gee, Javin Gee, Aurodreionna Martinez, Eugene Combs, DeAntonyo Richardson, Amori’anna Watkins, Ke’Marion Whittney, Kaydon Whittney, Michael Kelly, Shi-layhia Washington, Hayden Henderson, Dedrian Samuel, Mackenzie Lockhart, La’Chevi Carroll, Mackenzie Ball, John Callaway, Mackenzie Murray, Krishalynn Brown, Au’Brianna Wilson, Jasear Cook, De’Jon Richardson, Louisiana Green, Ahmiya Jackson, Ayanna Nash, Willie Davis and Halie Parker.
Club members said they look forward to exploring more stories and continuing to celebrate the love of reading throughout the school year.
