Now in its 15th year, the award-winning Stories in the Garden has been a favorite collaborative program between the East Lansing Public Library and the Michigan 4-H Children's Garden at MSU.

The formula is simple, the results are fabulous: teens reading picture books to children + a beautiful and fun garden setting = a fun and rewarding experience for all.

Teen readers must attend special planning sessions held at the East Lansing Public Library where they will learn about reading to children, find reading partners, choose appropriate books and practice reading out loud.

If you are a teen entering grades 7-12 and are interested in volunteering for Stories in the Garden you can download the application here.

Teens, make a difference this summer.  Help kids experience books in a new and exciting way!  Join us this summer for Stories in the Garden 2012.  Read more about this great volunteer opportunity.

DUE TO THE RAINY FORECAST, THE STORIES IN THE GARDEN PLANNING SESSION AND READING AT THE 4-H CHILDREN'S GARDEN HAVE BEEN CANCELED.

Teen volunteers read stories to children in MSU's 4-H Children's Garden.  Free admission.  For all ages.  Visit our web site or pick up a Stories in the Garden brochure at the Library for information.

Teen volunteers read stories to children in MSU's 4-H Children's Garden.  Free admission.  For all ages.  Visit our web site or pick up a Stories in the Garden brochure at the Library for information.

Teen volunteers read stories to children in MSU's 4-H Children's Garden.  Free admission.  For all ages.  Visit our web site or pick up a Stories in the Garden brochure at the Library for information.

Planning session for Storytelling Days @ MSU's 4-H Children's Garden.

Planning session for Storytelling Days @ MSU's 4-H Children's Garden.

Planning session for Storytelling Days @ MSU's 4-H Children's Garden.