Cobb Libraries Join Georgia Reads for America 250 Initiative

Cobb County Public Library distributed the following news release about a statewide literacy initiative where Cobb libraries will place a role: The Georgia Council on Literacy, in partnership with the Georgia Public Library Service, the Georgia Municipal Association, and GeorgiaForward, announced the launch this week of Georgia Reads for America 250, a statewide initiative celebrating America’s 250th birthday. The initiative places a strong emphasis on civic literacy—encouraging Georgians of all ages to better understand the nation’s founding principles, democratic institutions, and the responsibilities of citizenship. Through reading, reflection, and community engagement, the program aims to strengthen civic knowledge, foster informed participation, and inspire the next generation of engaged leaders. “Under the Georgia Reads for America250 initiative, Georgia’s students won’t just gain the literacy skills needed for opportunity, they will also learn about the history and principles that have guided our nation since its founding,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “I hope all our young learners will take this opportunity to become both better readers and better participants in the great American experiment.” As part of the celebration, the Georgia Public Library Service is sharing the Georgia Reads for America 250 Reading List—a collection of 25 books focused on American and Georgia history and
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