Students at Frederick Douglass Elementary School in Dallas could barely contain their excitement earlier this month as they entered a room filled with hundreds of books—with stories of adventure and new worlds to explore, knowing they could choose one of their very own to take home and read with their families.
Customers with young children can now borrow a book at the entrance of some area Tom Thumb grocery stores for children to enjoy while they shop. But the books aren’t just to entertain children. The books were intentionally selected to engage and educate children about the many things they might see while in a grocery store – particularly healthy fruits and vegetables, where food comes from, and the importance of those who provide our food. Some books also cover mindfulness, another topic that is important to well-being, especially in children. The books are available for a variety of age levels -- even picture books for the youngest shoppers.