KIMBERLY (NBC 26) — Story time at your local library may look like silly voices, wide eyes, and giggles, but for children, it's so much more.

Reading at a young age can spark imagination, build confidence and shape a lifelong love of learning. From tricky alligators to silly adventures, these kids don't want story time to end at the Kimberly Public Library.

"Yes, I think that's the most important thing parents can do with kids is to spend that time reading from baby on. Just the wonderful language development is incredible with reading. It's so important for children to have that and it's a wonderful bonding time," said Ann Hardginski, youth services librarian at Kimberly Public Library.

Six-year-old Everly lights up when she talks about reading.

"Uh, I read a lot. I do. Piggy and Pigg

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