What is a StoryWalk®?
In 2007 Anne Ferguson developed the StoryWalk® project in collaboration with the Keller-Hubbard Library in Montpelier, Vermont. She wanted to create an activity for children and their caregivers that would promote early literacy, movement, and foster a connection to nature. A StoryWalk® is a self-directed activity for people of all ages to read an illustrated children’s book displayed in stages along a short outdoor trail. Since its inception StoryWalks® can be found in every state and throughout the world.
StoryWalk® and ASCPL
Currently the Akron-Summit County Library System has two permanent StoryWalk® trails located in Richfield and Bath. The trails gives the Library a unique opportunity to connect with and support our community beyond the walls of our buildings, and connect with nature. The StoryWalk® trails are free and open to the public during park hours.
Locations:
Bath Community Park StoryWalk® Trail
1615 North Cleveland-Massillon Road
Akron, Ohio 44333
Books are changed monthly, weather permitting, except in January & February.
Sponsored by Bath Township Parks, Friends of the Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library, and the Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library.
Carter-Pedigo Trail StoryWalk®
3761 South Grant St
Richfield, Ohio 44286
Books are changed monthly, weather permitting.
Sponsored by Richfield Village Parks and Recreation, Richfield Village Service Department, Friends of the Richfield Branch Library, and the Richfield Branch Library.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.”
