Reading Science Center receives grant for Science Storytime program
The grant will support the Science Storytime program at the center, 645 Penn St.
'We're incredibly grateful to the Dollar General Literacy Foundation for supporting story time at the Reading Science Center,' said Sarah Troy, director of educational programming for the center. 'This grant allows us to spark curiosity through stories and hands-on science exploration — showing children that science isn't just something you learn in school, it's something you live every day.'
The funds were a part of a record-setting one-day donation, the Dollar General foundation said in a release.
Since its founding in 1993, the foundation has given more than $13.2 million to support adult, family and summer literacy programs in the 48 states in which Dollar General operates.
'For over 30 years, the foundation has been investing in literacy and basic education programs in our hometown communities,' said Denine Torr, foundation executive director.
The science center launched its monthly Science Storytime program in January with the goal of introducing STEM concepts to children through reading.
The program encourages young learners to make early and meaningful connections with science and fosters curiosity by pairing age-appropriate science-themed books with simple, engaging activities.
'By connecting STEM concepts to early literacy, we're helping young learners build the foundation they need to think critically, ask questions and imagine new possibilities,' Troy said.
The foundation's grant will allow the program to expand beyond the center's downtown Reading location, the release said.
Monthly story time sessions will continue at the center through the year, as scheduled. Then, beginning this fall, an additional traveling version of the program will bring Science Storytime to local libraries.
Each session will feature a story, a coordinating science activity and a free paperback book for each participating family to take home and enjoy together.
Torr said the grant announcement is a celebration of the foundation's unwavering commitment to student and teacher success.
'We are grateful to all the grant recipients for their commitment to advancing education and helping students thrive,' she said.
The Reading Science Center hosts Science Storytime on the third Monday of every month at 10:30 a.m. The fun and educational program is included with admission and features an exciting investigation in the classroom following the story.
For more information, hours and admission prices, visit readingsciencecenter.org.
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