A BOOK to escape into is a gift which can help transport the reader and, this year, children in Limerick receiving treatment in healthcare settings and children living in emergency accommodation and Direct Provision are among those who will receive a share of over 2,000 thanks to Children’s Books Ireland.
Launching its annual Gift a Book appeal, the national charity is calling on the public for help to support children in need across the island of Ireland.
Following the success of last year’s appeal, which raised over €14,000 through generous public donations, Children’s Books Ireland is working with community groups and charities in Limerick including Respond, BUMBLEance, and Novas to deliver books to children in their services ahead of Christmas Day.
Children of all ages will receive titles such as The Golden Hare by Paddy Donnelly and Milly McCarthy, and The Christmas Calamity by Leona Forde and Karen Harte, which Children’s Books Ireland hope will ignite a life-long love of reading.
Children’s Books Ireland CEO Elaina Ryan, said that “every child deserves the chance to become a reader and to find joy and comfort in a brilliant book”.
“A book offers a world of possibilities. The gift of a book brings a much-needed moment of happiness, and we want to share that joy with every child in need.
“We are inundated with requests from charities across the country who want to bring the magic of Christmas to the children and families in their services. In launching this appeal, we want to help the thousands of children who still need our support,” Ms Ryan said.
To donate or learn more about the Gift a Book appeal, visit childrensbooksireland.ie/giftabook.
