We have teamed up with the St. Louis Public Library on a new Storybook Walk at Ruth Porter Mall Park on the St. Vincent Greenway. The goal is to provide a fun outdoor learning activity, while promoting physical activity on the greenway. The first book is Cannon’s Crash Course, a story about a boy who is eager to ride a bike, but does not know how. Take in this great children’s story written by Mon Trice and beautifully illustrated by Cbabi Bayoc as you enjoy a socially distanced walk. (Fun Fact: Both the author and illustrator live in St. Louis!)
Each month will feature a new story:
- April/May: Cannon’s Crash Course by Mon Trice and illustrated by Cbabi Bayoc
- June: Hair Love by Matthew Cherry
- July: Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall
- August: When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree by Jamie L.B. Deenihan
- September: I Got the School Spirit by Connie Schofield-Morrison
- October: Scaredy Kate by Jacob Grant
- November: Grandma’s Tiny House by JaNay Brown-Wood
- December: Snow Globe Wishes by Erin Dealey
The books will be displayed page-by-page on progressive free-standing posts along the greenway. The posts were designed and built by Perennial, a local nonprofit, using 342 pounds of reclaimed material. Ruth Porter Mall Park is located near the intersection of Delmar and Debaliviere on the St. Vincent Greenway. Plan your visit here.
