United Way book will help with kindergarten

The United Way of Southeast Missouri released "Destination Kindergarten," a book to help parents prepare children for success in kindergarten, according to a release sent Thursday. The 55-page illustrated book is free to all area students entering kindergarten and consists of activities, skills, suggested resources, introduction to the alphabet and more. The book is available at kindergarten screenings at area schools and at preschools. The book was a collaboration with the Cape Girardeau Public Library and local artist Tony Schuch. For more information, go online to unitedwayofsemo.org, or call 334-9634.

Pertinent address: Cape Girardeau, Mo.