Dolly Parton
Mar 14, 2011
Country legend Dolly Parton is taking her Imagination Library to Scotland. The childhood literacy program began in Tennessee in 1995 and it will now give 3,341 Scottish children a free book every month until they turn five. The books will be selected by a panel of experts in childhood development and literacy.
"I am thrilled to be a part of this wonderful effort," said Dolly. "When I started the Imagination Library in my hometown, I never dreamed that one day we would be helping Scottish kids. Much of my music has been inspired by Scotland, so it's only right that we are now in a position to bring more joy into the lives of the nation's looked after children."
The campaign started in Sevier County, TN and soon expanded to neighboring counties. Imagination Library expanded to the UK in 2007.
Check out more on the Imagination Library at http://www.imaginationlibrary.com. For more on Dolly Parton, visit www.dollyparton.com.
By Karen Goodner
